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Middlesbrough vs Bournemouth

Riverside, Middlesbrough29 October 2016 at 15:00

Match Events

Middlesbrough
Bournemouth
Kick Off
Gastón Ramírez24′
25′Adam Smith
G. Ramírez
39′
Half Time
S. Downing

assist: Álvaro Negredo

56′
60′
C. WilsonB. Afobe
60′
J. IbeR. Fraser
G. RamírezG. Leadbitter
63′
73′
H. ArterD. Gosling
Álvaro NegredoJ. Rhodes
86′
Calum Chambers90′
Adama TraoréV. Fischer
90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal3
6Shots off Goal8
11Total Shots18
2Blocked Shots7
5Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox11
7Fouls7
4Corner Kicks9
0Offsides0
40%Ball Possession60%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
357Total passes526
275Passes accurate438
77%Passes %83%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Middlesbrough is —, compared to 6.48 for Bournemouth. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Middlesbrough's highest-rated starter is —, while Bournemouth's best-rated player is A. Smith (6.48).

Defensive Solidity

Middlesbrough deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Bournemouth's 4-man backline averaging 6.48. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Middlesbrough field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Bournemouth's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Middlesbrough start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Bournemouth averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Middlesbrough and 76% for Bournemouth. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Middlesbrough's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Bournemouth. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Middlesbrough's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Bournemouth average 34.0 (youngest: A. Smith (34), oldest: A. Smith (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Middlesbrough's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 20 for Bournemouth. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Middlesbrough4-2-3-14-2-3-1Bournemouth
GKDEFMIDFWD
26Valdés17Barragán3Friend6Gibson25Chambers19Downing8Clayton21Ramírez34Forshaw37Traoré10Negredo1Boruc2Francis11Daniels15Smith3Cook6Surman8Arter32Wilshere33Ibe13Wilson17King

Substitutes

Coach: Karanka

Substitutes

Coach: E. Howe

MiddlesbroughPosition StrengthBournemouth
Avg Rating
6.48
Defender (4 v 4)6.48
0G 0A0G 2A
Middlesbrough4-2-3-1
26GoalkeeperVíctor Valdés
17DefenderBarragán
3DefenderG. Friend
6DefenderB. Gibson
25DefenderC. Chambers
19MidfielderS. Downing
8MidfielderA. Clayton
21MidfielderG. Ramírez
34MidfielderA. Forshaw
37MidfielderAdama Traoré
10ForwardÁlvaro Negredo
Bournemouth4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. Boruc
2DefenderS. Francis
11DefenderC. Daniels
15DefenderA. Smith6.52A
3DefenderS. Cook
6MidfielderA. Surman
8MidfielderH. Arter
32MidfielderJ. Wilshere
33MidfielderJ. Ibe
17MidfielderJ. King
13ForwardC. Wilson

Match Summary

Middlesbrough defeated Bournemouth 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by G. Ramírez 39′, S. Downing 56′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Middlesbrough had 40% possession while Bournemouth held 60%. Middlesbrough had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 18 (3 on target) for Bournemouth. Middlesbrough made 3 substitutions, Bournemouth made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Middlesbrough vs Bournemouth Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Middlesbrough
1
wins
Drawn
5
Bournemouth
4
wins
Total goals
24 · 2.4/match
Both scored
4/10 · 40%
Over 2.5
5/10 · 50%

Recent Form

Middlesbrough

DWWDLD

Bournemouth

WWDWWD

Match Prediction

Middlesbrough

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Bournemouth

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Bournemouth

20%Form80%
25%Attack75%
50%Defence50%
33%Head-to-head67%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Middlesbrough1wins
0draws2 meetings
Bournemouth1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

0%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (38%) — the odds may underestimate Middlesbrough.

Market Summary

Margin: 2.9%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 39.1%Draw 32.1%Away 31.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.503.003.10
Max2.603.203.20
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market38.1%31.1%30.7%
Public market39.0%30.5%30.5%

Middlesbrough vs Bournemouth — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Middlesbrough
Result vs. Market: Middlesbrough (39%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

MiddlesbroughHalf-time:10Bournemouth
10Shots15
3Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
29/10/16Middlesbrough2–0Bournemouth2.56/3.12/3.16
22/04/17Bournemouth4–0Middlesbrough1.87/3.65/4.41

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Middlesbrough

W 154D 158L 220
Over 2.544
Goals scored594

Away Record: Bournemouth

W 107D 85L 147
Over 2.560
Goals scored445

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026