Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough: match statistics
Middlesbrough are in significantly better form, occupying 2nd place in the standings with an impressive record of 17 wins this season, while Sheffield United sit in 15th position. The visitors have won 4 of their last 5 matches, scoring 11 goals, which translates to an excellent 2.4 points per game. Sheffield United, despite a decent home record (50% wins), have shown inconsistency in their recent matches with a form of 'llwdw'. Middlesbrough boast a better average possession (58% vs 57%) and a higher xG ratio (1.61 vs 1.77 for the hosts, but with a lower xGA of 1.07 vs 1.13), indicating their effectiveness in both phases of play. Considering the form advantage, league position, and the visitors' offensive statistics, Middlesbrough have a real chance to secure an away win.
Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sheffield United played against Middlesbrough in Championship (England). The game was played on February 9, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Sheffield United has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Middlesbrough has 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses, with 3.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Sheffield United scores 1.43 goals per game and allows 1.43. Middlesbrough scores 1.57 and allows 0.97. Games in this league average 2.56 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 47% of Sheffield United's games and 53% of Middlesbrough's. The Over 2.5 rates are 57% and 53%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 50% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Middlesbrough has the higher season xG average, 1.60 to 1.51 per game. Sheffield United takes 13.3 shots per game, while Middlesbrough takes 14.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Sheffield United leads at halftime in 37% of its games and scores 0.67 goals per game after halftime. Middlesbrough leads at halftime in 37% and scores 0.87 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sheffield United's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (9 goals). For Middlesbrough, it is minutes 31-45+ (13 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.56 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 50% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Middlesbrough are in significantly better form, occupying 2nd place in the standings with an impressive record of 17 wins this season, while Sheffield United sit in 15th position. The visitors have won 4 of their last 5 matches, scoring 11 goals, which translates to an excellent 2.4 points per game. Sheffield United, despite a decent home record (50% wins), have shown inconsistency in their recent matches with a form of 'llwdw'. Middlesbrough boast a better average possession (58% vs 57%) and a higher xG ratio (1.61 vs 1.77 for the hosts, but with a lower xGA of 1.07 vs 1.13), indicating their effectiveness in both phases of play. Considering the form advantage, league position, and the visitors' offensive statistics, Middlesbrough have a real chance to secure an away win.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Sheffield United | Middlesbrough | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 32% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.34 | 0.36 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Middlesbrough is 114% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Sheffield United · 3 pts / game - Middlesbrough
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Middlesbrough is 10% better for: goals scored per game.
1.43 goals / game - Sheffield United · 1.57 goals / game - Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough is 47% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.43 goals / game - Sheffield United · 0.97 goals / game - Middlesbrough
Sheffield United scores in 67% of games (20 of 30 meczów), while Middlesbrough keeps a clean sheet in 30% (9 of 30 meczów).
Middlesbrough scores in 77% of games (23 of 30 meczów), while Sheffield United keeps a clean sheet in 23% (7 of 30 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Sheffield United
Over / Under - Middlesbrough
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Sheffield United is 9% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.5 pts / game - Sheffield United · 1.37 pts / game - Middlesbrough
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sheffield United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 37% of games and wins 40%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.6 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Middlesbrough - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 37% of games and wins 57%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +7 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (9 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (15). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (13 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Sheffield United
Middlesbrough
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Championship).
Teams vs league
| Sheffield United | Liga | Middlesbrough | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.87 | 2.56 | • 2.53 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 47% | 56% | ▼ 53% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 57% | 50% | ▲ 53% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 23% | 25% | ▲ 30% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 71% | ▲ 73% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 83% | 78% | • 77% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Sheffield United's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Middlesbrough. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough?
The Championship match finished Sheffield United 1:2 Middlesbrough. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough?
Sheffield United score 1.43 goals per game on average and Middlesbrough 1.57. The Championship average is 2.56 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 47% of Sheffield United's matches and 53% of Middlesbrough's.
What form are Sheffield United and Middlesbrough in?
Over the last 5 games Sheffield United have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Middlesbrough 5-0-0 (3.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.