Match statistics snapshot
- Watford fired more attempts (12 vs 5 shots).
- Watford was more accurate in front of goal (42% on target vs 20%).
- Middlesbrough held more of the ball (54% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 2Lead | Offsides | 3 |
| 9Lead | Shots inside the box | 3 |
| 6Lead | Shots off target | 4 |
| Shots on target |
|---|
| 1 |
| 3Lead | Shots outside the box | 2 |
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| 12Lead | Total shots | 5 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 46% | Ball possession | 54%Lead |
| 70% | Pass accuracy | 75%Lead |
| 250 | Accurate passes | 325Lead |
| 355 | Total passes | 431Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 3Lead | Corner kicks | 1 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 1Lead | Blocked shots | 0 |
| 1 | Goalkeeper saves | 5Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | Fouls | 15 |
| Red cards | ||
| 3 | Yellow cards | 1Lead |