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Middlesbrough vs Swansea

Riverside, Middlesbrough17 December 2016 at 15:00
Referee: Neil Swarbrick

Match Events

Middlesbrough
Swansea
Kick Off
V. FischerS. Downing
12′
Álvaro Negredo

assist: A. Clayton

18′
Álvaro Negredo

Penalty

29′
Half Time
M. de Roon

assist: G. Ramírez

58′
59′
M. BarrowBorja Bastón
G. RamírezG. Friend
62′
70′
L. BrittonL. Fer
77′
W. RoutledgeJ. Montero
FábioAdama Traoré
87′
Álvaro Negredo90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
5Shots off Goal6
10Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots6
5Shots insidebox6
5Shots outsidebox8
10Fouls11
3Corner Kicks8
0Offsides3
43%Ball Possession57%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
409Total passes523
306Passes accurate420
75%Passes %80%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Middlesbrough is —, compared to 6.67 for Swansea. 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 Swansea's best-rated player is J. Fulton (6.67).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Middlesbrough have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Swansea's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by J. Fulton (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Middlesbrough deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Swansea's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Swansea's 5 rated 6.67. 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 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Swansea 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 80% for Swansea. 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 5 for Swansea. 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 Swansea average 31.0 (youngest: J. Fulton (31), oldest: J. Fulton (31)). 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 31 for Swansea. 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.

Middlesbrough4-3-34-2-3-1Swansea
GKDEFMIDFWD
26Valdés17Barragán2Fábio6Gibson25Chambers8Clayton21Ramírez34Forshaw14Roon10Negredo11Fischer1Fabiańs.3Taylor22Rangel2Amat6Mawson15Routled.7Britton23Sigurðs.56Fulton9Llorente17Barrow

Substitutes

Coach: Karanka

Substitutes

Coach: B. Bradley

MiddlesbroughPosition StrengthSwansea
Avg Rating
6.67
Midfielder (3 v 5)6.67
0G 0A1G 0A
Middlesbrough4-3-3
26GoalkeeperVíctor Valdés
17DefenderBarragán
2DefenderFábio
6DefenderB. Gibson
25DefenderC. Chambers
8MidfielderA. Clayton
34MidfielderA. Forshaw
14MidfielderM. de Roon
21ForwardG. Ramírez
10ForwardÁlvaro Negredo
11ForwardV. Fischer
Swansea4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperŁ. Fabiański
3DefenderN. Taylor
22DefenderÀngel Rangel
2DefenderJordi Amat
6DefenderA. Mawson
15MidfielderW. Routledge
7MidfielderL. Britton
23MidfielderG. Sigurðsson
56MidfielderJ. Fulton6.71G
17MidfielderM. Barrow
9ForwardLlorente

Match Summary

Middlesbrough defeated Swansea 3:0. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by Álvaro Negredo 18′, Álvaro Negredo 29′ (pen.), M. de Roon 58′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Middlesbrough had 43% possession while Swansea held 57%. Middlesbrough had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (2 on target) for Swansea. Middlesbrough made 3 substitutions, Swansea made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Middlesbrough vs Swansea Head to Head Results

18 stretnutí
Middlesbrough
8
wins
Drawn
4
Swansea
6
wins
Total goals
40 · 2.2/match
Both scored
9/18 · 50%
Over 2.5
9/18 · 50%

Recent Form

Middlesbrough

DWWDLD

Swansea

WDWLWD

Match Prediction

Middlesbrough

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Swansea

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Swansea

36%Form64%
23%Attack77%
65%Defence35%
0%Head-to-head100%

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
1draws2 meetings
Swansea0wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.5

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 (47%) — 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 47.8%Draw 29.6%Away 25.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.073.303.75
Max2.103.424.10
Market favourite:Middlesbrough · Slight favourite

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 market47.4%28.7%23.9%
Public market46.7%28.8%24.5%

Middlesbrough vs Swansea — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Middlesbrough
Result vs. Market: Middlesbrough (48%)

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:20Swansea
10Shots14
4Shots on target2

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
17/12/16Middlesbrough3–0Swansea2.09/3.37/3.95
02/04/17Swansea0–0Middlesbrough1.98/3.44/4.33

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: Swansea

W 82D 66L 118
Over 2.549
Goals scored306

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026