Match statistics snapshot
- Middlesbrough created the clearer chances on xG (0.55 vs 2.53, Δ 1.98).
- Middlesbrough fired more attempts (19 vs 9 shots).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Sunderland | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 0.55 | Expected goals (xG) | 2.53Lead |
| 0Lead | Offsides | 1 |
| 5 | Shots inside the box | 16Lead |
| 4 |
| 7Lead |
| 3 | Shots on target | 7Lead |
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| 4Lead | Shots outside the box | 3 |
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| 9 | Total shots | 19Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Sunderland | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 49% | Ball possession | 51%Lead |
| 84% | Pass accuracy | 86%Lead |
| 342 | Accurate passes | 370Lead |
| 407 | Total passes | 432Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Sunderland | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Corner kicks | 8Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Sunderland | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Blocked shots | 5Lead |
| 3 | Goalkeeper saves | 3 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Sunderland | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Fouls | 13Lead |
| 1 | Red cards | 0Lead |
| 5 | Yellow cards | 2Lead |