Hull City vs Middlesbrough: Expert Predictions, Team News, Betting Tips, Odds, and Bet Builder Guide
The upcoming Championship match between Hull City and Middlesbrough will be held on Friday, December 5, at the MKM Stadium in Hull. Kick-off is scheduled for 8 PM GMT, and fans can catch the live action on Sky Sports Football.
Match Preview
New Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg faces Hull City in his second game, aiming for a second consecutive win after a 2-1 victory over Derby County. This win helped Boro secure a solid position in the Championship standings.
For Hull, a victory could push them into the playoff places, enhancing their chances of promoting to the Premier League. The Tigers have showcased notable attacking prowess, being among the highest scorers in the league. However, they need to improve their defensive record as they have struggled with conceding goals.
Betting Tips and Predictions
- Best Bet: Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals.
- Player Shots: Joe Gelhardt to have over 0.5 shots on target.
- Longshot: Hull to win or draw with four to six goals in the match.
Key Statistics
- Hull City has seen over 2.5 goals in thirteen of their eighteen league matches this season.
- Middlesbrough had twenty-one shots in their recent win, exceeding their average of thirteen shots per game.
- Hull holds the third-worst disciplinary record in the Championship with an average of 2.3 cards per game.
- Middlesbrough has won in all matches where they scored first and only once when they trailed.
Team News and Predicted Line-ups
Hull City
Striker Oli McBurnie may return after recovering from a calf injury. Fellow forward Liam Miller could also make a bench appearance. Cody Drameh remains sidelined.
| Formation | Predicted Line-up |
|---|---|
| 4-4-2 | Pandur; Coyle, Ajayi, Egan, Giles; Gelhardt, Slater, Gyabi, Ndala; Crooks, Destan. |
Middlesbrough
Boro will likely be without defenders Dael Fry, Luke Ayling, Daragh Lenihan, and George Edmundson. Aidan Morris may return after recovering from an ankle injury.
| Formation | Predicted Line-up |
|---|---|
| 4-2-3-1 | Brynn; Brittain, Jones, Target, Bangura; Browne, Hackney; Whittaker, Hansen, Burgzorg; Conway. |
Betting Odds
Current odds for the match are as follows:
- Hull City: 21-10
- Middlesbrough: 5-4
- Draw: 23-10
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