Match statistics snapshot
- Middlesbrough was more accurate in front of goal (17% on target vs 8%).
- Stoke City held more of the ball (55% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Stoke City |
|---|---|---|
| 1Lead | Offsides | 2 |
| 8Lead | Shots inside the box | 7 |
| 6 | Shots off target | 9Lead |
| 2Lead |
| Shots on target |
|---|
| 1 |
| 4 | Shots outside the box | 5Lead |
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| 12 | Total shots | 12 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Stoke City |
|---|---|---|
| 45% | Ball possession | 55%Lead |
| 75% | Pass accuracy | 79%Lead |
| 262 | Accurate passes | 330Lead |
| 349 | Total passes | 420Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Stoke City |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Corner kicks | 6 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Stoke City |
|---|---|---|
| 4Lead | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 0 | Goalkeeper saves | 1Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Stoke City |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | Fouls | 14Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 3Lead | Yellow cards | 5 |