Match statistics snapshot
- Sunderland created the clearer chances on xG (1.32 vs 2.05, Δ 0.73).
- Sunderland was more accurate in front of goal (75% on target vs 33%).
- Middlesbrough held more of the ball (53% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 1.32 | Expected goals (xG) | 2.05Lead |
| 0Lead | Offsides | 4 |
| 8 | Shots inside the box | 9Lead |
| 4Lead |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 1 |
| 4 | Shots on target | 9Lead |
|---|
| 4Lead | Shots outside the box | 3 |
|---|
| 12 | Total shots | 12 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 53%Lead | Ball possession | 47% |
| 82% | Pass accuracy | 82% |
| 395Lead | Accurate passes | 345 |
| 479Lead | Total passes | 420 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corner kicks | 5Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 4Lead | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 7Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 2 |
| 0.32 | Goals prevented | 0.32 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| 11Lead | Fouls | 15 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |