Match statistics snapshot
- Middlesbrough created the clearer chances on xG (1.64 vs 1.05, Δ 0.59).
- Middlesbrough fired more attempts (15 vs 13 shots).
- Sunderland was more accurate in front of goal (38% on target vs 13%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 1.64Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 1.05 |
| 5 | Offsides | 4Lead |
| 11Lead | Shots inside the box | 9 |
| 7Lead |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 5 |
| 2 | Shots on target | 5Lead |
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| 4 | Shots outside the box | 4 |
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| 15Lead | Total shots | 13 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 53%Lead | Ball possession | 47% |
| 84%Lead | Pass accuracy | 82% |
| 440Lead | Accurate passes | 371 |
| 521Lead | Total passes | 453 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corner kicks | 6Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 17 | Fouls | 10Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 3 | Yellow cards | 3 |