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Bournemouth vs Middlesbrough

Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth22 April 2017 at 15:00
Referee: Graham Scott

Match Events

Bournemouth
Middlesbrough
Kick Off
J. King

assist: M. Pugh

2′
14′Gastón Ramírez
B. Afobe

assist: H. Arter

16′
20′Gastón Ramírez
20′Gastón Ramírez
23′
BarragánA. Forshaw
38′
M. de RoonFábio
D. GoslingL. Cook
44′
Half Time
58′George Friend
M. Pugh

assist: L. Cook

65′
67′Daniel Ayala
C. Daniels

assist: R. Fraser

70′
R. FraserJ. Stanislas
72′
80′
Álvaro NegredoR. Gestede
J. KingL. Mousset
84′
Full Time

Match Statistics

10Shots on Goal2
7Shots off Goal3
21Total Shots5
4Blocked Shots0
11Shots insidebox1
10Shots outsidebox4
4Fouls14
4Corner Kicks3
2Offsides2
68%Ball Possession32%
0Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves6
601Total passes276
540Passes accurate215
90%Passes %78%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bournemouth is 6.48, compared to — for Middlesbrough. 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. Bournemouth's highest-rated starter is A. Smith (6.48), while Middlesbrough's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Bournemouth deploy 4 defenders rated 6.48 on average, against Middlesbrough's 5-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

Bournemouth field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Middlesbrough's 4 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

Bournemouth start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Middlesbrough 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 76% for Bournemouth and —% for Middlesbrough. 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

Bournemouth's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Middlesbrough. 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 Bournemouth's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: A. Smith (34), oldest: A. Smith (34)), while Middlesbrough average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Bournemouth's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 0 for Middlesbrough. 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.

Bournemouth4-4-1-15-4-1Middlesbrough
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Boruc2Francis11Daniels15Smith3Cook4Gosling8Arter7Pugh24Fraser17King9Afobe12Guzan17Barragán3Friend4Ayala6Gibson25Chambers19Downing8Clayton21Ramírez14Roon10Negredo

Substitutes

Coach: E. Howe

Substitutes

Coach: S. Agnew

BournemouthPosition StrengthMiddlesbrough
6.48
Avg Rating
6.48Defender (4 v 5)
0G 2A0G 0A
Bournemouth4-4-1-1
1GoalkeeperA. Boruc
2DefenderS. Francis
11DefenderC. Daniels
15DefenderA. Smith6.52A
3DefenderS. Cook
4MidfielderD. Gosling
8MidfielderH. Arter
7MidfielderM. Pugh
24MidfielderR. Fraser
17ForwardJ. King
9ForwardB. Afobe
Middlesbrough5-4-1
12GoalkeeperB. Guzan
17DefenderBarragán
3DefenderG. Friend
4DefenderDaniel Ayala
6DefenderB. Gibson
25DefenderC. Chambers
19MidfielderS. Downing
8MidfielderA. Clayton
21MidfielderG. Ramírez
14MidfielderM. de Roon
10ForwardÁlvaro Negredo

Match Summary

Bournemouth defeated Middlesbrough 4:0. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by J. King 2′, B. Afobe 16′, M. Pugh 65′, C. Daniels 70′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Bournemouth had 68% possession while Middlesbrough held 32%. Bournemouth had 21 shots (10 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Middlesbrough. Bournemouth made 3 substitutions, Middlesbrough made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Bournemouth vs Middlesbrough Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Bournemouth
3
wins
Drawn
5
Middlesbrough
2
wins
Total goals
22 · 2.2/match
Both scored
4/10 · 40%
Over 2.5
4/10 · 40%

Recent Form

Bournemouth

WWDWWD

Middlesbrough

DWWDLD

Match Prediction

Bournemouth

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Middlesbrough

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Bournemouth or draw

71%Form29%
56%Attack44%
50%Defence50%
50%Head-to-head50%

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.

Bournemouth1wins
0draws2 meetings
Middlesbrough1wins

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 (51%) — the odds may underestimate Bournemouth.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.7%

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 53.5%Draw 27.4%Away 22.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.833.404.24
Max1.933.794.50
Market favourite:Bournemouth · Moderate 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 market50.9%25.9%23.2%
Public market52.5%25.9%21.6%
Δ1.6%1.6%

Bournemouth vs Middlesbrough — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Bournemouth
Result vs. Market: Bournemouth (53%)

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.

BournemouthHalf-time:20Middlesbrough
20Shots5
10Shots 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
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: Bournemouth

W 107D 85L 147
Over 2.560
Goals scored445

Away Record: Middlesbrough

W 154D 158L 220
Over 2.544
Goals scored594

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026