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Middlesbrough vs Southampton

Riverside, Middlesbrough13 May 2017 at 15:00

Match Events

Middlesbrough
Southampton
Kick Off
42′
J. Rodriguez

assist: S. Long

Half Time
46′
S. BoufalN. Redmond
57′
N. Redmond

assist: J. Rodriguez

A. ForshawG. Leadbitter
60′
S. DowningV. Fischer
60′
Adam Clayton66′
P. Bamford

assist: V. Fischer

72′
74′
P. HøjbjergS. Davis
Ben Gibson86′
87′
S. LongC. Austin
Marten de Roon90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal6
14Total Shots14
6Blocked Shots4
8Shots insidebox10
6Shots outsidebox4
19Fouls11
6Corner Kicks3
2Offsides0
41%Ball Possession59%
3Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
367Total passes522
281Passes accurate439
77%Passes %84%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Middlesbrough is —, compared to 6.72 for Southampton. 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 Southampton's best-rated player is Oriol Romeu (6.72).

Defensive Solidity

Middlesbrough deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Southampton'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 Southampton's 3 rated 6.72. 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 3 for Southampton 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 78% for Southampton. 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 2 for Southampton. 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 Southampton average 34.0 (youngest: Oriol Romeu (34), oldest: Oriol Romeu (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 6 for Southampton. 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.

Middlesbrough4-3-34-3-3Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Guzan3Friend2Fábio6Gibson25Chambers19Downing8Clayton34Forshaw14Roon10Negredo20Bamford1Forster3Yoshida12Cáceres21Bertrand26Pied14Romeu4Clasie23Højbjerg19Boufal7Long9Rodrigu.

Substitutes

Coach: S. Agnew

Substitutes

Coach: C. Puel

MiddlesbroughPosition StrengthSouthampton
Avg Rating
6.72
Midfielder (3 v 3)6.72
0G 0A0G 0A
Middlesbrough4-3-3
12GoalkeeperB. Guzan
3DefenderG. Friend
2DefenderFábio
6DefenderB. Gibson
25DefenderC. Chambers
8MidfielderA. Clayton
34MidfielderA. Forshaw
14MidfielderM. de Roon
19ForwardS. Downing
10ForwardÁlvaro Negredo
20ForwardP. Bamford
Southampton4-3-3
1GoalkeeperF. Forster
3DefenderM. Yoshida
12DefenderM. Cáceres
21DefenderR. Bertrand
26DefenderJ. Pied
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
4MidfielderJ. Clasie
23MidfielderP. Højbjerg
19ForwardS. Boufal
7ForwardS. Long
9ForwardJ. Rodriguez

Match Summary

Southampton defeated Middlesbrough 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by J. Rodriguez 42′, N. Redmond 57′, P. Bamford 72′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Middlesbrough had 41% possession while Southampton held 59%. Middlesbrough had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Southampton. Middlesbrough made 2 substitutions, Southampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Middlesbrough vs Southampton Head to Head Results

8 stretnutí
Middlesbrough
3
wins
Drawn
3
Southampton
2
wins
Total goals
18 · 2.3/match
Both scored
4/8 · 50%
Over 2.5
4/8 · 50%

Recent Form

Middlesbrough

DWWDLD

Southampton

WDLDWW

Match Prediction

Middlesbrough

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Southampton

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Southampton

67%Form33%
67%Attack33%
45%Defence55%
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.

Middlesbrough2wins
3draws10 meetings
Southampton5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.8

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (25%) — the odds may underestimate Middlesbrough.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.6%

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 26.1%Draw 28.1%Away 49.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.603.402.00
Max4.003.682.05
Market favourite:Southampton · 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 market25.1%26.6%48.3%
Public market24.3%27.0%48.6%

Middlesbrough vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Southampton
Result vs. Market: Southampton (49%)

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:01Southampton
14Shots14
3Shots on target4

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
11/12/16Southampton1–0Middlesbrough1.70/3.59/6.14
13/05/17Middlesbrough1–2Southampton3.84/3.56/2.03
04/03/00Southampton1–1Middlesbrough
11/09/99Middlesbrough3–2Southampton
14/03/99Middlesbrough3–0Southampton
07/11/98Southampton3–3Middlesbrough
11/01/97Middlesbrough0–1Southampton
28/09/96Southampton4–0Middlesbrough
20/01/96Southampton2–1Middlesbrough
12/09/95Middlesbrough0–0Southampton

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: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026