Ipswich Town F.C. vs Middlesbrough F.C.

The Championship title race hots up on 04/19/2026 as Ipswich Town F.C. (2.) welcome Middlesbrough F.C. (4.) to Portman Road. Ipswich Town F.C. enter this fixture having won 10 of their 16 home games recently and lost 2 - 0 against Portsmouth F.C. last time out. Middlesbrough F.C. lost 0 - 1 against Portsmouth F.C. and have conceded just goals per game on average — one of the best defensive records in the division. Our AI-powered probability-based forecast currently favours Ipswich Town F.C. to capitalise on home support in this title clash at 41%.

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Three-Way BetIpswich Town F.C.41%21/20·VelobetT&C's apply | +18 Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 Goals60%4/5·ZizobetT&C's apply | +18 ★ Expert TipExpert TipOver 2.5 Goals60%4/5·ZizobetT&C's apply | +18

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Three-Way BetIpswich Town F.C. 41% · X 24% · Middlesbrough F.C. 35%Ipswich Town F.C.XMiddlesbrough F.C.Both Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 62% · No 38%YesNoTotal Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 60% · Under 40%OverUnderTotal Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 38% · Under 62%OverUnderCorrect Score1-111%2-19%1-28%

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ProbabilityIpswich Town F.C.41%Draw24%Middlesbrough F.C.35%

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Form Analysis and Performance Comparison

Ipswich Town F.C. Form

Last 5 games

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The most recent game for Ipswich Town F.C. saw them take on Portsmouth F.C., with the match ending 2 - 0. The defeat underlines the need for a strong response in front of their own supporters. They head into this Championship fixture at Portman Road on Sunday looking to build on recent performances.

Looking at the past 6 months, Ipswich Town F.C. have taken 18 wins from 33 games – a record that puts their current form into perspective. Their home games during this period have produced 10 victories and 1 defeats. On average they have scored 1.7 and conceded 1.03 goals per game.

Over their last 33 matches, Ipswich Town F.C. have found the net 56 times — that's 1.7 goals per game on average. They have conceded 34 goals in the same span, with their home form showing 10 wins and 1 defeats from 16 home fixtures.

Middlesbrough F.C. Form

Last 5 games

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The most recent game for Middlesbrough F.C. saw them take on Portsmouth F.C., with the match ending 0 - 1. The defeat underlines the need for a strong response when they visit Portman Road. They now make the trip to Portman Road for this Championship clash.

Looking at the past 6 months, Middlesbrough F.C. have taken 15 wins from 33 games – a record that puts their current form into perspective ahead of this trip to Portman Road. Their away games during this period have produced 8 victories and 4 defeats. On average they have scored 1.52 and conceded 1.09 goals per game.

In their last 33 games, Middlesbrough F.C. have scored a total of 50 goals — an average of 1.52 per match. At the other end, they have conceded 36 goals, giving them an average of 1.09 against per game. Their away record in that period shows 8 wins from 16 games on the road.

Stats per Game

Ipswich Town F.C. Middlesbrough F.C.

Goals scored

1.7

1.2

Corners

5.8

9.6

Fouls

11.3

8.2

Saves

2.1

Championship

Championship Table

#	Team	Played	Diff.	Pnts
1	Coventry City F.C.	42	42	85
2	Ipswich Town F.C. Home	40	31	75
3	Millwall F.C.	42	9	73
4	Middlesbrough F.C. Away	42	20	72
5	Southampton FC	41	20	69

Last Meetings

10/17/2025

Middlesbrough F.C.
Ipswich Town F.C.

2-1

04/13/2024

Ipswich Town F.C.
Middlesbrough F.C.

1-1

12/09/2023

Middlesbrough F.C.
Ipswich Town F.C.

0-2

Form Trend – Points per Game (Last 5 Matches)

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AI-Powered Tip for the Top-of-the-Table Clash Between Ipswich Town F.C. and Middlesbrough F.C.

When the Championship's best sides lock horns at Portman Road, our model goes the extra mile to find the right bet. Our verdict: Ipswich Town F.C. to take a huge home win in the title race — 41% probability, best odds 21/20 at Velobet. For a wider safety net in such a high-quality contest, the Double Chance 12 at 76% is an attractive option. Our AI recommendation, offering the best balance of value and probability across all markets, is "Total Goals Over/Under 2.5" — 60% probability, odds 4/5 at Zizobet.Best Tip Over 2.5 Goals4/5Place betT&C's apply | +18