Our Blackburn vs Middlesbrough Prediction: 1-2
Blackburn vs Middlesbrough in the England Championship is scheduled for an 12:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday March 21, 2026. A 1-2 win for the visitors is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks like a solid alternative given both teams’ recent scoring form.
This Blackburn vs Middlesbrough prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Blackburn's Last Match – Oxford Utd vs Blackburn
Blackburn will look to get back on track following a 0-1 England Championship loss against Oxford Utd on March 11.
Middlesbrough's Last Match – Middlesbrough vs Charlton
Middlesbrough will aim to put their last result behind them following a 0-1 England Championship loss to Charlton on March 11. In that match, Middlesbrough recorded 78% possession, attempting 16 shots on goal, with 8 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Middlesbrough | 78% | 16 (8) | 1.85 | 113 |
 Charlton | 22% | 3 (3) | 0.72 | 8 |
Blackburn vs Middlesbrough Stats
Key Stats
| Blackburn | Middlesbrough | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.69 | Attacking Strength | 1.75 |
| 0.83 | Defence Strength | 0.9 |
| 1.1 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 0.9 | Average Scored | 1.8 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Blackburn are averaging 0.9 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Middlesbrough average 1.8 scored and 0.8 conceded per game.