Match statistics snapshot
- Middlesbrough created the clearer chances on xG (1.56 vs 0.36, Δ 1.20).
- Middlesbrough fired more attempts (11 vs 6 shots).
- Middlesbrough held more of the ball (61% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 1.56Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 0.36 |
| 1Lead | Offsides | 2 |
| 7Lead | Shots inside the box | 6 |
| Shots off target |
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| 2 |
| 6Lead | Shots on target | 3 |
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| 4Lead | Shots outside the box | 0 |
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| 11Lead | Total shots | 6 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 61%Lead | Ball possession | 39% |
| 87%Lead | Pass accuracy | 82% |
| 578Lead | Accurate passes | 356 |
| 668Lead | Total passes | 433 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 8Lead | Corner kicks | 2 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 2Lead | Blocked shots | 1 |
| 3 | Goalkeeper saves | 3 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Fouls | 10 |
| Red cards | ||
| 1Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |