Match statistics snapshot
- Preston fired more attempts (12 vs 5 shots).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 0Lead | Offsides | 1 |
| 3 | Shots inside the box | 10Lead |
| 4 | Shots off target | 7Lead |
| 1 | Shots on target | 3 |
| 2 | Shots outside the box | 2 |
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| 5 | Total shots | 12Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 48% | Ball possession | 52%Lead |
| 74% | Pass accuracy | 77%Lead |
| 265 | Accurate passes | 300Lead |
| 359 | Total passes | 390Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Corner kicks | 8Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Blocked shots | 2Lead |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 13Lead | Fouls | 16 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 1Lead | Yellow cards | 2 |