Match statistics snapshot
- Stoke City created the clearer chances on xG (1.15 vs 0.86, Δ 0.29).
- Stoke City fired more attempts (11 vs 10 shots).
- Stoke City was more accurate in front of goal (45% on target vs 30%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Stoke City | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 1.15Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 0.86 |
| 3 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 6 | Shots inside the box | 9Lead |
| 5Lead |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 3 |
| 5Lead | Shots on target | 3 |
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| 5Lead | Shots outside the box | 1 |
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| 11Lead | Total shots | 10 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Stoke City | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 38% | Ball possession | 62%Lead |
| 69% | Pass accuracy | 79%Lead |
| 217 | Accurate passes | 418Lead |
| 313 | Total passes | 530Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Stoke City | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Corner kicks | 3 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Stoke City | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blocked shots | 4Lead |
| 2 | Goalkeeper saves | 3Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Stoke City | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Fouls | 5Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 3 | Yellow cards | 1Lead |