Prediction for match Ipswich Town — Middlesbrough

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In the English Championship on April 19, 2026, Ipswich Town will face Middlesbrough. According to the 1X2 odds, an Ipswich Town win is priced at 2.27, a draw at 3.42, and a Middlesbrough win at 2.99. Ipswich Town's chance of success is 41.27%, a draw is rated at 27.39%, and Middlesbrough at 31.33%. These odds suggest a closely contested match, with Ipswich Town having a slight edge. Bookmakers expect a tight battle between the teams, with no clear favorite in the odds.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Ipswich Town played as follows: 14.04.2026 Portsmouth - Ipswich Town 2-0, 11.04.2026 Norwich City - Ipswich Town 0-2, 06.04.2026 Ipswich Town - Birmingham 2-1. During the same period, Middlesbrough recorded these results: 11.04.2026 Middlesbrough - Portsmouth 0-1, 06.04.2026 Swansea City - Middlesbrough 2-2, 03.04.2026 Middlesbrough - Millwall 1-2. Over a five-match series, Ipswich Town had an average possession of 55.4%, with 2 yellow cards, 9.2 fouls, and 2 offsides. Middlesbrough's possession was higher at 67.4%, with 1.4 yellow cards, 7.6 fouls, and 1.6 offsides. The last head-to-head meeting was on 17.10.2025: Middlesbrough - Ipswich Town 2-1. These stats indicate that both teams are skilled in ball control, but Middlesbrough does it more frequently, while Ipswich Town plays more aggressively in terms of fouls and cards.

How Many Goals in Ipswich Town vs Middlesbrough

In terms of goal activity over a five-match series, Ipswich Town's average goals per game is 2.2, while Middlesbrough's is 2. Ipswich Town scores an average of 1.4 goals and concedes 0.8, whereas Middlesbrough scores 0.8 and concedes 1.2. Ipswich Town has surpassed the over 2.5 total in only 1 out of 5 matches, and Middlesbrough in 2 out of 5. In the first half, Ipswich Town has 3 out of 5 over 1.5, and Middlesbrough 1 out of 5. In the second half, Ipswich Town has 1 out of 5 over 1.5, and Middlesbrough 2 out of 5. Ipswich Town most frequently scores between 31-45 minutes (100%), and Middlesbrough between 16-30 minutes (50%). In terms of goals conceded, Ipswich Town is notable in the 31-45 and 76-90 minute intervals (33% each), while Middlesbrough is in the 76-90 minute interval (50%). While neither team shows a strong over-profile in goals, Ipswich Town has higher scoring metrics. Considering the statistics and balance in totals, a logical choice is a bet on both teams to score: yes, which is priced at 1.60.

Corner Bets

On average, Ipswich Town takes 5 corners per match, while Middlesbrough takes 12. Ipswich Town has surpassed the over 9.5 corners total in 3 out of 5 matches, and Middlesbrough in 5 out of 5. Among corner totals, the line closest to the combined average (5+12=17) is 11.5, with both options available: over 11.5 corners at 2.49, under 11.5 at 1.42. For corner outcomes, Middlesbrough is the favorite with odds of 1.97. Given that Middlesbrough consistently takes many corners and the over 9.5 total has been met by both teams in recent matches, a bet on over 11.5 corners seems justified for this match.