West Bromwich Albion vs Middlesbrough - Championship Match

West Bromwich Albion vs Middlesbrough Preview: Championship Clash

West Bromwich Albion will host Middlesbrough at The Hawthorns on Friday, January 16, 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

West Bromwich Albion have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 1 win from 5 games while suffering 4 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.

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 12 of the last 27 encounters compared to West Bromwich Albion's 8 wins. With 7 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: Friday, January 16, 2026, 23:00 UTC
• Venue: The Hawthorns
• Competition: Championship
• West Bromwich Albion Position: 18th (31 pts)
• Middlesbrough Position: 2nd (46 pts)
• H2H Record (Last 27): West Bromwich Albion 8W - 7D - 12W Middlesbrough