Match statistics snapshot
- Middlesbrough created the clearer chances on xG (1.63 vs 1.66, Δ 0.03).
- Cardiff fired more attempts (15 vs 12 shots).
- Middlesbrough was more accurate in front of goal (58% on target vs 27%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 1.63 | Expected goals (xG) | 1.66Lead |
| 2 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 10Lead | Shots inside the box | 7 |
| 8Lead |
| Shots off target |
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| 2 |
| 4 | Shots on target | 7Lead |
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| 5 | Shots outside the box | 5 |
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| 15Lead | Total shots | 12 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 48% | Ball possession | 52%Lead |
| 87% | Pass accuracy | 88%Lead |
| 435 | Accurate passes | 500Lead |
| 501 | Total passes | 566Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 4Lead | Corner kicks | 1 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 3 | Goalkeeper saves | 3 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 7Lead | Fouls | 10 |
| Red cards | ||
| Yellow cards |