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Blackburn Rovers vs Middlesbrough result

Championship · kicked off 22 Aug 2026 — the tip we published before the match and how it settled.

Odds and data refreshed Aug 24, 2026 · how we work

Our published tip

Key factors behind our tip

01

Middlesbrough are the market favourites at 2.3 (about 43% implied), ahead of Blackburn Rovers at 3.16 (about 32%).

02

The draw is priced at 3.4 with Codere, implying roughly a 29% chance of the spoils being shared.

03

The gap between the two sides is moderate rather than wide, pointing to a reasonably balanced fixture on paper.

04

Our recommended Over 2.5 goals pick at 2.01 carries a negative value edge of -4.49%, so the price sits slightly against the bettor.

Team form

BR Blackburn Rovers DLWDL
14 Aug 26 @ Wolverhampton 2-2
2 May 26 vs Leicester City 0-1
22 Apr 26 @ Sheffield Utd 3-1
17 Apr 26 vs Coventry City 1-1
14 Apr 26 @ Southampton 0-3
MID Middlesbrough WLLDD
15 Aug 26 vs Lincoln City 2-1
23 May 26 @ Hull City 0-1
12 May 26 @ Southampton 1-2
9 May 26 vs Southampton 0-0
2 May 26 @ Wrexham 2-2

Head-to-head: Blackburn Rovers v Middlesbrough

Full H2H history →
D 21 Mar 26
Blackburn 0-0 MiddlesbroughChampionship
D 26 Dec 25
Middlesbrough 0-0 BlackburnChampionship

W/D/L shown from Blackburn Rovers's perspective. Meetings from the seasons in our results dataset.

Blackburn Rovers vs Middlesbrough: pre-match preview

This Championship fixture sees Blackburn Rovers host Middlesbrough, with the market clearly leaning toward the visitors. Middlesbrough are priced at 2.3 with Coolbet, implying roughly a 43% chance of victory, while Blackburn sit at 3.16 (Nordic Bet), which translates to about 32%. The draw is quoted at 3.4 with Codere, or around 29% in probability terms. That spread suggests bookmakers view Middlesbrough as favourites, though not overwhelmingly so, leaving room for a competitive contest at Ewood Park. Rather than backing a side outright, our model looks at the goals market: Over 2.5 goals is available at 2.01 with Coolbet, carrying a market-implied confidence of around 48%. Notably, this pick shows a negative value edge of -4.49%, meaning the price does not currently offer an edge over the market. Bettors should weigh that carefully before committing any stake to this Blackburn Rovers versus Middlesbrough clash.

Verdict: The model highlights Over 2.5 goals at 2.01, with market-implied confidence near 48%. However, the -4.49% value edge means the price offers no measurable advantage here. Treat this as a marginal, coin-flip-style selection rather than a strong lean, and stake responsibly within your limits.

How it settled: the tip did not land — the match finished 2-1, for a flat-stake return of -1.00 units. Every tip we publish is archived before kick-off and graded against the final score; nothing is edited or deleted afterwards.

Upcoming Championship fixtures

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29 Aug 11:30 Middlesbrough v West Bromwich Albion 1.81 4.03 4.87
29 Aug 14:00 Cardiff City v Sheffield United 2.63 3.70 2.70
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29 Aug 14:00 Southampton v Millwall 1.98 3.75 4.15

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Championship standings

#TeamPWDLGDPts
1 Millwall 2 2 0 0 +5 6
2 West Brom 2 2 0 0 +3 6
3 Charlton 2 2 0 0 +2 6
4 Wolverhampton 2 1 1 0 +2 4
5 QPR 2 1 1 0 +2 4
6 Blackburn 2 1 1 0 +1 4
7 Watford 2 1 1 0 +1 4
8 Bolton 2 1 1 0 +1 4
8 Swansea 2 1 1 0 +1 4
10 Portsmouth 2 1 0 1 0 3
11 Middlesbrough 2 1 0 1 0 3
12 Cardiff 2 0 2 0 0 2
13 Wrexham 2 0 2 0 0 2
13 Birmingham 2 0 2 0 0 2
15 Sheffield Utd 2 0 2 0 0 2
16 West Ham 2 0 1 1 -1 1
16 Derby County 2 0 1 1 -1 1
18 Burnley 2 0 1 1 -2 1
19 Bristol City 2 0 1 1 -2 1
20 Preston NE 2 0 0 2 -3 0
20 Lincoln City 2 0 0 2 -3 0
20 Stoke 2 0 0 2 -3 0
23 Norwich 2 0 0 2 -4 0
24 Southampton 2 1 0 1 +1 -1

Standings & historical results via football-data.org, refreshed daily. Before a new season's opening round this shows the previous season's final table.

Match FAQ

What was our prediction for Blackburn Rovers vs Middlesbrough?+

Our tip was Under 2.5 goals at odds of 1.84.

Who is the favourite for Blackburn Rovers vs Middlesbrough?+

Middlesbrough are the favourites at 2.3 with Coolbet, which implies about a 43% chance of winning. Blackburn Rovers are priced at 3.16, roughly 32%.

What are the odds for a draw in this match?+

The draw is best priced at 3.4 with Codere (IT), implying approximately a 29% probability of the game ending level.

Is there value in the recommended Over 2.5 goals bet?+

Not currently. Over 2.5 goals is available at 2.01 with Coolbet, but it carries a negative value edge of -4.49%, meaning the price does not beat the market's implied assessment.

Did the tip win?+

The tip lost — final score 2-1 (-1.00u at flat stakes).

⚠️ Our AI model is still learning from match data. All predictions are experimental statistical estimates for information purposes only — not financial advice and not an invitation to bet. Outcomes are never guaranteed. 18+ · Gamble responsibly.