Middlesbrough vs Ipswich Town — Free Prediction & Stats

📍 Championship, England
🕒 Friday 17th October, 20:00 BST

Prediction, Stats & Betting Tips

Our Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals

Middlesbrough (30% home wins) hold a slight edge over Ipswich Town on the road (50% away wins), but the difference is minimal. View our Home Win, Away Win and Draw stats for more context.

Ipswich Town tend to be involved in matches with 2+ goals away from home (90%), while Middlesbrough are lower (50%). Expect goals on the night, supporting Over 1.5 Goals.

Both teams rarely see both sides score — Middlesbrough at 30% at home and Ipswich Town at 40% away. Solid defensive records on both sides make BTTS – No a reasonable selection.

Middlesbrough regularly reach high corner totals at home (90%), while Ipswich Town are lower on the road (50%). The home side may drive the game to Over 9.5 Corners.

Our Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals — Middlesbrough have stayed under 3 goals in 70% of home games, Ipswich Town in 60% of away games. Both sides point toward a tight, low-scoring match.

Today’s Betting Tips & Stats

See our football predictions, match stats, and insights for today’s games.

View Today’s Tips

League Table

The full Championship table for the 2025/2026 season, with Middlesbrough (2nd) and Ipswich Town (9th) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.

Championship 2025/2026

# Team P W D L Goals GD Pts
1 Coventry City 43 25 11 7 85:43 +42 86
2 Ipswich Town A 42 21 13 8 73:44 +29 76
3 Millwall 43 22 10 11 58:47 +11 76
4 Southampton 43 21 12 10 75:51 +24 75
5 Middlesbrough H 43 20 13 10 64:44 +20 73
6 Hull City 43 20 9 14 65:61 +4 69
7 Wrexham 43 18 13 12 65:60 +5 67
8 Derby County 43 19 9 15 62:53 +9 66
9 Norwich City 43 18 7 18 59:52 +7 61
10 Bristol City 43 16 10 17 54:55 -1 58
11 Queens Park Rangers 43 16 10 17 58:65 -7 58
12 Sheffield United 43 17 6 20 61:59 +2 57
13 Preston North End 43 14 15 14 50:55 -5 57
14 Birmingham City 43 15 12 16 52:53 -1 57
15 Swansea City 43 16 9 18 51:56 -5 57
16 Watford 43 14 15 14 52:53 -1 57
17 Stoke City 43 15 10 18 49:48 +1 55
18 Portsmouth 43 13 12 18 44:57 -13 51
19 Charlton Athletic 43 12 14 17 40:52 -12 50
20 Blackburn Rovers 44 12 13 19 39:54 -15 49
21 West Bromwich Albion 43 12 13 18 44:56 -12 49
22 Leicester City 43 11 14 18 54:65 -11 47
23 Oxford United 43 10 14 19 41:55 -14 44
24 Sheffield Wednesday 43 1 12 30 26:83 -57 15

Team Form

Middlesbrough have won 30% of home games this season, Ipswich Town 50% away. The form table below gives the full picture heading into this match.

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Won 3 (30%) 5 (50%)
Drawn 3 (30%) 1 (10%)
Lost 4 (40%) 4 (40%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Middlesbrough (30% BTTS at home) and Ipswich Town (40% BTTS away) have both been involved in predominantly one-sided matches this season. A clean sheet for one side looks the more likely outcome.

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) 3 (30%) 4 (40%)

Match Goals

Middlesbrough have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 30% of home games, Ipswich Town in 40% of away games. The full goals breakdown for both sides is in the table below.

Over Goals

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals 9 (90%) 10 (100%)
Over 1.5 Goals 5 (50%) 9 (90%)
Over 2.5 Goals 3 (30%) 4 (40%)
Over 3.5 Goals 2 (20%) 3 (30%)

Under Goals

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Under 0.5 Goals 1 (10%) 0 (0%)
Under 1.5 Goals 5 (50%) 1 (10%)
Under 2.5 Goals 7 (70%) 6 (60%)
Under 3.5 Goals 8 (80%) 7 (70%)

Team Goals

Middlesbrough have scored 2+ goals in 20% of home games this season, Ipswich Town in 20% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.

Goals Scored

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 6 (60%) 8 (80%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 2 (20%) 7 (70%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 2 (20%) 2 (20%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 2 (20%) 0 (0%)

Goals Conceded

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 6 (60%) 6 (60%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 1 (10%) 4 (40%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 3 (30%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 1 (10%)

Goal Totals

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Total Goals Scored 12 (1.2 avg) 17 (1.7 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 7 (0.7 avg) 15 (1.5 avg)

Match Corners

Both Middlesbrough (90% Over 8.5 at home) and Ipswich Town (70% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches. Expect plenty of set-piece opportunities from both sides.

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 7.5 Corners 10 (100%) 8 (80%)
Over 8.5 Corners 9 (90%) 7 (70%)
Over 9.5 Corners 9 (90%) 5 (50%)
Over 10.5 Corners 9 (90%) 3 (30%)
Over 11.5 Corners 8 (80%) 3 (30%)
Over 12.5 Corners 7 (70%) 3 (30%)

Team Corners

Middlesbrough win 7+ corners in 90% of home games, regularly creating set-piece pressure from wide areas, and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 0% of home matches.

Ipswich Town have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 30% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 20% of away matches.

Corners Won

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners For 9 (90%) 6 (60%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 9 (90%) 4 (40%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 9 (90%) 3 (30%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 9 (90%) 1 (10%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 7 (70%) 1 (10%)

Corners Conceded

Middlesbrough (Home Form) Ipswich Town (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners Against 5 (50%) 4 (40%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 1 (10%) 2 (20%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 0 (0%) 2 (20%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 0 (0%) 2 (20%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 0 (0%) 1 (10%)

Head 2 Head

The head-to-head record below shows previous results between Middlesbrough and Ipswich Town. Historical meetings can reveal patterns in how these sides match up — use this alongside the current form and stats above for a fuller picture before placing a bet.

13th Apr, 2024
Ipswich Town
1 – 1 HT: 1-1
Middlesbrough
Corners 6–4 Cards 2–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
9th Dec, 2023
Middlesbrough
0 – 2 HT: 0-1
Ipswich Town
Corners 5–3 Cards 1–3 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
29th Dec, 2018
Middlesbrough
2 – 0 HT: 1-0
Ipswich Town
Corners 5–3 Cards 1–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
2nd Oct, 2018
Ipswich Town
0 – 2 HT: 0-2
Middlesbrough
Corners 5–1 Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
6th May, 2018
Ipswich Town
2 – 2 HT: 1-0
Middlesbrough
Corners 6–11 Cards 3–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
9th Dec, 2017
Middlesbrough
2 – 0 HT: 1-0
Ipswich Town
Corners 4–4 Cards 3–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
23rd Apr, 2016
Middlesbrough
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
Ipswich Town
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
4th Dec, 2015
Ipswich Town
0 – 2 HT: 0-0
Middlesbrough
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
14th Mar, 2015
Middlesbrough
4 – 1 HT: 2-1
Ipswich Town
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
20th Dec, 2014
Ipswich Town
2 – 0 HT: 2-0
Middlesbrough
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for Middlesbrough vs Ipswich Town across a range of markets — full time result, both teams to score, total goals, corners, and first half goals. Odds are sourced from leading bookmakers and are subject to change — always check with your bookmaker before placing a bet.

Full Time Result

Middlesbrough 2.97
Draw 3.3
Ipswich Town 2.55

Half Time Result

Middlesbrough 3.69
Draw 1.98
Ipswich Town 3.29

Double Chance

Middlesbrough or Draw 1.56
Middlesbrough or Ipswich Town 1.37
Draw or Ipswich Town 1.43

Both Teams to Score

Yes 1.84
No 2.02

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.33
Over 2.5 2.12
Over 3.5 3.86
Under 1.5 3.42
Under 2.5 1.72
Under 3.5 1.28

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.4
Over 1.5 3.22

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.23
Over 9.5 1.56
Over 10.5 1.97
Over 11.5 2.2

Middlesbrough Goals

Over 0.5 1.36
Over 1.5 2.9

Ipswich Town Goals

Over 0.5 1.31
Over 1.5 2.54

Today's Football Acca

Statistical picks combined into a daily accumulator. Each selection backed by match data and recent form analysis.

⚽ Today's Over 2.5 Goals Acca
  • Union Berlin W vs Bayern Munich W 17:00 BST | Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga, Germany Union Berlin W have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/11 home matches this season · Bayern Munich W have seen over 2.5 goals in 10/10 away matches this season · Odds: 1.28
    86% combined
  • College Corinthians vs Mayfield United 18:45 BST | Munster Senior League, Republic of Ireland College Corinthians have seen over 2.5 goals in 5/5 home matches this season · Mayfield United have seen over 2.5 goals in 3/5 away matches this season · Odds: 1.8
    80% combined
  • Malahide United vs Killester Donnycarney 19:45 BST | Leinster Senior League, Republic of Ireland Malahide United have seen over 2.5 goals in 7/10 home matches this season · Killester Donnycarney have seen over 2.5 goals in 9/10 away matches this season · Odds: 1.4
    80% combined
  • Excelsior Rotterdam W vs NAC Breda W 17:45 BST | Eredivisie Women, Netherlands Excelsior Rotterdam W have seen over 2.5 goals in 6/8 home matches this season · NAC Breda W have seen over 2.5 goals in 6/8 away matches this season · Odds: 1.53
    75% combined
Acca odds (approx) 4.94
Explore all our tips & stats

Middlesbrough vs Ipswich Town Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for Middlesbrough vs Ipswich Town?

Under 2.5 Goals — Middlesbrough have stayed under 3 goals in 70% of home games, Ipswich Town in 60% of away games. Both sides point toward a tight, low-scoring match.

Which team is likely to win, Middlesbrough or Ipswich Town?

Ipswich Town hold a slight form advantage away (50% wins) over Middlesbrough at home (30% wins) in Championship. A competitive fixture with the visitors potentially having the edge.

Will both teams score in the match between Middlesbrough and Ipswich Town?

Unlikely — Middlesbrough (30% BTTS at home) and Ipswich Town (40% away) have both been involved in predominantly one-sided matches in Championship. A clean sheet for one side looks the more probable outcome.

Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between Middlesbrough and Ipswich Town?

Uncertain — Middlesbrough have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 30% of home games, Ipswich Town in 40% of away games in Championship. The stats don't point strongly in either direction.

Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Middlesbrough or Ipswich Town?

Ipswich Town have the stronger away scoring record — 2+ goals in 20% of away games compared to Middlesbrough's 20% at home. The visitors may be the more productive side.

Will there be many corners in the match between Middlesbrough and Ipswich Town?

Yes — both Middlesbrough (90% Over 8.5 at home) and Ipswich Town (70% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches in Championship. Plenty of set-piece opportunities expected.

Explore Our Football Stats & Tips

Discover match stats based on likely outcomes for the next 3–4 days.

Free+

All Stats

View all of our stats for upcoming matches.

View stats

Free

Over 2.5 Goals

View all our stats for matches that have a likely outcome of over 2.5 goals.

View stats

Free

Both Teams to Score

View all our stats for matches that have a likely outcome of both teams to score.

View stats

Free

Home Win

View all our stats for matches that have a likely outcome of a home win.

View stats

Over 1.5 Goals

View all our stats for matches that have a likely outcome of over 1.5 goals.

View stats

Free

10 Teams to Win Today

Discover the 10 teams most likely to win today based on previous form.

View stats
View more stats

Other Upcoming Fixtures

Middlesbrough vs Sheffield Wednesday

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Wednesday 22nd April, 19:45 BST

Match Stats

Birmingham City vs Preston North End

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Wednesday 22nd April, 19:45 BST

Match Stats

Charlton Athletic vs Ipswich Town

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Wednesday 22nd April, 19:45 BST

Match Stats

Sheffield United vs Blackburn Rovers

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Wednesday 22nd April, 19:45 BST

Match Stats

Leicester City vs Millwall

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Friday 24th April, 20:00 BST

Match Stats

Charlton Athletic vs Hull City

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Saturday 25th April, 12:30 BST

Match Stats

Middlesbrough vs Watford

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Saturday 25th April, 12:30 BST

Match Stats

West Bromwich Albion vs Ipswich Town

📍 Championship, England

🕒 Saturday 25th April, 12:30 BST

Match Stats

"The stats on this site are spot on. I’ve been using the home win, away win and over 2.5 goals data for my bets, and it’s been super helpful. It’s great to have all the key stats in one place, from goals to corners. The fact that it’s free is just the icing on the cake!"

James T. (London, UK)

"Great site for betting stats! I use it mostly for checking both teams to score and over 2.5 goals, and it’s been really helpful. The first half stats also give me a great edge in making my decisions."

Finn B. (Leeds, UK)

"I’ve been betting for a while, and this site’s focus on key stats like home win, away goals over 1.5, and over 0.5 first half goals has made my bets more informed. The data is clear and easy to use, which is a big plus. I highly recommend it for anyone who bets on football!"

Luke H. (Cardiff, Wales)

"I love the focus on stats like home goals over 1.5 and away goals over 1.5—these are the exact numbers I need before placing a bet. I’ve been able to use the over/under goals data to great effect. Highly recommend this site if you're looking for reliable stats."

Steve C. (Birmingham, UK)

"I love how this site makes betting easier by offering stats like home win, away win, and over 2.5 goals. The first half goals and team goals data have been particularly useful for me. If you’re into football betting, this is definitely worth checking out."

David H. (Glasgow, UK)

"I’m really impressed with the simplicity and focus of the stats on this site. Whether I’m checking for both teams to score or first half goals, I always get what I need quickly. It’s easy to navigate, and the range of stats really helps with my bets."

Scott T. (Manchester, UK)

Latest Blogs

View all posts →