On their last meeting Middlesbrough FC won by 1 goals. Blackpool have received 3 red cards this season. This is the highest number in Championship. Blackpool have won just 1 of their last 5 Championship games against Middlesbrough FC. Did you know that Middlesbrough FC scores 22% of their goals between the minutes 0-15? During the last 7 meetings with Blackpool playing at home, Blackpool have won 4 times, there have been 0 draws while Middlesbrough FC have won 3 times. The goal difference is 14-7 in favour of Blackpool. Middlesbrough FC's away record this season: 1-1-6.
61' Andraz Sporar (Middlesbrough) is shown the yellow card for excessive celebration. 60' Goal! Blackpool 0, Middlesbrough 1. Andraz Sporar (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from very close range to the centre of the goal. 59' Attempt missed. Onel Hernández (Middlesbrough) left footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses to the left. 56' Foul by Marcus Tavernier (Middlesbrough). 56' Marvin Ekpiteta (Blackpool) wins a free kick in the defensive half. 55' Foul by Matt Crooks (Middlesbrough). 55' Keshi Anderson (Blackpool) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Temperatures on the matchday will probably not rise high, reaching a high of 13°C, so the players shouldn't be exhausted too soon. However, chances for rain are quite high, so they might have to deal with that. FC Blackpool, currently being on the 18th position in the league, are surely expected to keep their lead; however, this could be a tough mission, since M`brough is only two positions behind. Jerry Yates on the field–will he score again for Blackpool? The following shows a summary of the players the managers will most likely put on the field.
53' Sol Bamba (Middlesbrough) wins a free kick in the defensive half. 53' Foul by Jerry Yates (Blackpool). 53' Gary Madine (Blackpool) hits the left post with a right footed shot from a difficult angle on the right. Assisted by James Husband with a cross following a fast break. 49' Corner, Blackpool. 49' Attempt blocked. Callum Connolly (Blackpool) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Second Half begins Blackpool 0, Middlesbrough 0. 45' + 2' First Half ends, Blackpool 0, Middlesbrough 0. 45' + 1' Corner, Middlesbrough. Conceded by Daníel Grétarsson. 45' Attempt blocked. Andraz Sporar (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked.
Conceded by Marvin Ekpiteta. 65' Anfernee Dijksteel (Middlesbrough) wins a free kick on the right wing. 65' Foul by Kenneth Dougall (Blackpool). 65' Attempt missed. Callum Connolly (Blackpool) right footed shot from outside the box misses to the right. 63' Attempt missed. Duncan Watmore (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from outside the box is just a bit too high. Assisted by Matt Crooks. 62' Substitution, Middlesbrough. Duncan Watmore replaces Onel Hernández.
90' + 2' Foul by Shayne Lavery (Blackpool). 90' + 2' Anfernee Dijksteel (Middlesbrough) wins a free kick in the defensive half. 90' + 1' Goal! Blackpool 1, Middlesbrough 1. Shayne Lavery (Blackpool) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. 89' Substitution, Blackpool. Demetri Mitchell replaces Richard Keogh. 89' Lee Peltier (Middlesbrough) is shown the yellow card. 88' Corner, Middlesbrough. Conceded by Kenneth Dougall. 83' Attempt missed.
For instance, direct head to head records, lineups, how the team performed on its previous matches, goals scored and goal averages. Although M`brough is slightly favoured with 41. 3%, we need to keep in mind that the odds are nearly evenly split. Odds for a draw are at 27. 7, the chances for FC Blackpool are around 31 percent. To achieve the best outcome, these facts should also be taken into account, before placing your bet: In Championship, Middlesbrough FC has better performance than Blackpool. Blackpool have conceded a goal in each of their last 7 matches.
Blackpool v Middlesbrough Live Commentary & Result, 29/12/2021, ChampionshipMatch ends, Blackpool 1, Middlesbrough 2. 90' + 5' Second Half ends, Blackpool 1, Middlesbrough 2. 90' + 5' Attempt saved. Callum Connolly (Blackpool) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal. Assisted by Keshi Anderson. 90' + 3' Goal! Blackpool 1, Middlesbrough 2. Duncan Watmore (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from the right side of the six yard box to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Isaiah Jones.
Assisted by Dael Fry. 44' James Husband (Blackpool) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. 43' Isaiah Jones (Middlesbrough) wins a free kick on the right wing. 43' Foul by James Husband (Blackpool). 41' Attempt missed. Kenneth Dougall (Blackpool) header from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by Callum Connolly with a cross following a set piece situation.
Blackpool vs Middlesbrough LIVE: Latest Championship updatesA general view of Bloomfield Road (Getty Images)Follow live coverage as Blackpool face Middlesbrough in the Championship today. English football's second tier is one of the most-watched leagues in Europe with a relentless fixture schedule and the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer combining to make it one of the most dramatic and exciting competitions in world football. Burnley were relegated from the top tier in 2022 but return refreshed and hopeful of making it back and equally Watford no doubt enjoyed their time in the Premier League too and are also keen to return.
And The Northern Echo’s Dominic Shaw will be at Bloomfield Road providing a live blog, report, ratings and post-match reaction. READ MORE: Michael Carrick 'excited about what's to come' at MiddlesbroughWHAT IS BORO'S LIKELY LINE-UP? Michael Carrick has no fresh injury concerns so don't be surprised if the head coach sticks with the same starting XI for the third successive game. Despite having to settle for a draw, Carrick said Boro had a "spring in their step" after the Bristol City performance. Probable line-up (4-4-1-1): Steffen, Smith, Fry, Lenihan, Giles; Jones, Hackney, Howson, McGree; Akpom, ForssHOW ARE BLACKPOOL SHAPING UP? Michael Appleton has anything but a full squad available to him for the visit of Boro.
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76' Foul by Richard Keogh (Blackpool). 73' Substitution, Middlesbrough. Uche Ikpeazu replaces Andraz Sporar. 73' Substitution, Blackpool. Josh Bowler replaces Daníel Grétarsson. Shayne Lavery replaces Jerry Yates. 71' Matt Crooks (Middlesbrough) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. 70' Foul by Matt Crooks (Middlesbrough). 70' Richard Keogh (Blackpool) wins a free kick in the defensive half. 69' Foul by Matt Crooks (Middlesbrough). 69' James Husband (Blackpool) wins a free kick in the defensive half. 69' Attempt missed. Isaiah Jones (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from outside the box is just a bit too high following a corner. 68' Corner, Middlesbrough.
Boro's last trip to Bloomfield Road sparked wild scenes in the away end as Andraz Sporar scored a last minute winner in the early days of Chris Wilder's tenure. WHAT TIME IS KICK-OFF? The game kicks off at 7. 45pm. ARE TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE? Yes. Boro confirmed on Monday that additional tickets will be available on the turnstiles, cash only. More than 2, 500 fans are already making the trip - plus any more tickets bought on the night. More details on tickets and cost can be found HERE. IS THE GAME BEING TELEVISED OR STREAMED LIVE? No. The majority of tonight's Championship matches are on red button but Coventry vs Wigan and Blackpool vs Boro are not available. As ever, BBC Tees will be providing live commentary through Mark Drury and Neil Maddison.
Manager Michael Appleton will probably use the following lineup for this match: • Goalkeeper: Chris Maxwell • Defenders: Callum Connolly, James Husband, Jordan Thorniley, Marvin Ekpiteta • Midfield: Grant Ward, CJ Hamilton, Kenny Dougall, Charlie Patino • Attackers: Jerry Yates, Gary Madine In their next match, M`brough's manager Michael Carrick will most likely use these players in the starting eleven: • Goalkeeper: Zack Steffen • Defenders: Darragh Lenihan, Tommy Smith, Dael Fry • Midfielders: Hayden Hackney, Isaiah Jones, Jonny Howson, Riley McGree, Ryan Giles • Attackers: Marcus Forss, Chuba Akpom The confirmed starting lineups will be available on Oddspedia one hour before kickoff. Looking back at their last matches, Blackpool will probably play with Jerry Yates and Gary Madine at the front of the field.
Blackpool vs Middlesbrough TV and ticket details and likely line-upsBloomfield RoadMichael Carrick will take charge of Middlesbrough for the fourth time this evening as his side travel to Blackpool. Here's everything you need to know about the game. WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? The fixture at Bloomfield Road, 7. 45pm kick-off, was rearranged after the initial game was postponed following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
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