Match statistics snapshot
- Watford created the clearer chances on xG (1.45 vs 1.03, Δ 0.42).
- Watford fired more attempts (17 vs 9 shots).
- Middlesbrough was more accurate in front of goal (33% on target vs 24%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 1.45Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 1.03 |
| Offsides | ||
| 12Lead | Shots inside the box | 6 |
| Shots off target |
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| 3 |
| 4Lead | Shots on target | 3 |
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| 5Lead | Shots outside the box | 3 |
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| 17Lead | Total shots | 9 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 54%Lead | Ball possession | 46% |
| 84%Lead | Pass accuracy | 83% |
| 485Lead | Accurate passes | 415 |
| 580Lead | Total passes | 502 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Corner kicks | 3 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Blocked shots | 3Lead |
| 0 | Goalkeeper saves | 2Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Watford | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 10Lead | Fouls | 15 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2 | Yellow cards | 0Lead |