Match statistics snapshot
- Preston fired more attempts (20 vs 7 shots).
- Middlesbrough was more accurate in front of goal (57% on target vs 35%).
- Preston held more of the ball (63% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Preston | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| Offsides | ||
| 10Lead | Shots inside the box | 5 |
| 8Lead | Shots off target | 3 |
| 7 |
| Shots on target |
|---|
| 4 |
| 10Lead | Shots outside the box | 2 |
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| 20Lead | Total shots | 7 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Preston | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 63%Lead | Ball possession | 37% |
| 81%Lead | Pass accuracy | 72% |
| 449Lead | Accurate passes | 237 |
| 557Lead | Total passes | 327 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Preston | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 7Lead | Corner kicks | 4 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Preston | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 5Lead | Blocked shots | 0 |
| 1 | Goalkeeper saves | 5Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Preston | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Fouls | 9Lead |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 4 |