Oxford United - Middlesbrough predictions

There is a big reason why Oxford United are given 5.50 to win this game. They stand little to no chance emerging victorious against Middlesbrough and anything but their defeat would be considered a miracle.

The odds are clearly leaning in the away team’s favour, though the difference is by no means insurmountable. Oxford United will have to give their all to come out on top, though, while Middlesbrough merely have to make sure not to make major mistakes.

The previous round brought a narrow defeat for Oxford United. Betting predictions foresaw an uphill battle considering the home-field disadvantage and incredibly difficult matchup against Watford . The first half went as well as can be expected, but Watford pulled ahead as the game progressed and registed a narrow 1:0 victory.

With 5.80 odds to win and home-field advantage, Middlesbrough were clearly likely to win their previous Championship match before kick-off. The game went about as expected – they took an early lead and kept at it until they eventually won 5:1.

Oxford United’s past two matches only feature a goal or less each. As such, you may want to consider an Under 2.5 bet – or even Under 1.5, if you’re feeling confident.

The records show a rather unimpressive away game track record for Middlesbrough. They’ve allowed more than 5 times in their latest 3 away outings.

Both teams’ respective rosters have been heavily affected by a string of injuries. We won’t be seeing Kyle Edwards, Max Woltman, Joe Bennett, Jordan Thorniley, Louie Sibley, Matt Phillips, Siriki Dembele, Ben Nelson on the home side and Alex Bangura, Lukas Engel, Darragh Lenihan, Tommy Smith, Neto on the visitors’. All said and done, though, the latter are still favourites.

The 1.62 on an Away Win are obviously favourable, though it would be presumptuous to say it’s already in the bag. Still, it’s a fairly probable outcome and a good offer to take at William Hill in terms of betting value.