Match statistics snapshot
- Middlesbrough created the clearer chances on xG (2.22 vs 0.76, Δ 1.46).
- Middlesbrough fired more attempts (20 vs 12 shots).
- Middlesbrough was more accurate in front of goal (45% on target vs 25%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 2.22Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 0.76 |
| 0Lead | Offsides | 4 |
| 9Lead | Shots inside the box | 6 |
| 5 |
| Shots off target |
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| 6Lead |
| 9Lead | Shots on target | 3 |
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| 11Lead | Shots outside the box | 6 |
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| 20Lead | Total shots | 12 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 56%Lead | Ball possession | 44% |
| 88%Lead | Pass accuracy | 85% |
| 478Lead | Accurate passes | 366 |
| 542Lead | Total passes | 430 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Corner kicks | 3 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 2 | Goalkeeper saves | 4Lead |
| 0 | Goals prevented | 0 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 8Lead | Fouls | 10 |
| Red cards | ||
| 1Lead | Yellow cards | 2 |