Stoke City vs Middlesbrough - Championship Match
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Stoke City vs Middlesbrough Preview: Championship Clash
Stoke City will host Middlesbrough at Bet365 Stadium on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 23:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Championship encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Stoke City recent form shows 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 5 games.
Middlesbrough have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 1 win from 5 games while suffering 3 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
Middlesbrough have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 8 of the last 20 encounters compared to Stoke City's 6 wins. With 6 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Match Prediction & Analysis
This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 23:00 UTC
- Venue: Bet365 Stadium
- Competition: Championship
- Stoke City Position: 8th (40 pts)
- Middlesbrough Position: 2nd (46 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 20): Stoke City 6W - 6D - 8W Middlesbrough
