Prediction for match Middlesbrough — Leicester

Odds and Probability Percentages for the Match Outcome

In the English Championship on February 24, Middlesbrough will face Leicester. The 1X2 odds highlight Middlesbrough as the clear favorite: a win for Middlesbrough is at 1.53, a draw at 4.25, and a Leicester victory at 5.62. In terms of probabilities: Middlesbrough - 61.27%, draw - 22.06%, Leicester - 16.68%. For the total over 2.5 goals, the odds are 1.65, while under 2.5 is at 2.19. Both teams to score: yes - 1.72, no - 2.01. For individual totals: Middlesbrough over 1.5 goals is at 1.56, Leicester over 0.5 goals is at 1.53. In the first half, over 1.0 total is at 1.63, and in the second half, over 1.5 total is at 1.87. The bet on over 2.5 goals seems the most appealing considering the balance of odds and statistics.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Middlesbrough played as follows: 21.02.2026 - Middlesbrough - Oxford United - 0-0, 16.02.2026 - Coventry - Middlesbrough - 3-1, 09.02.2026 - Sheffield United - Middlesbrough - 1-2. Leicester's last three encounters: 21.02.2026 - Stoke City - Leicester - 2-2, 14.02.2026 - Southampton - Leicester - 2-1, 10.02.2026 - Leicester - Southampton - 3-4. In their head-to-head on 04.11.2025, Leicester and Middlesbrough drew 1-1. Additional statistics: Middlesbrough averages 66.4% possession over a five-match span, records 1.8 yellow cards, 11.4 fouls, and 2 offsides per game. Leicester holds the ball 46% of the time, receives 1.4 yellow cards, commits 9.8 fouls, and 1.8 offsides.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In their last five-match series, Middlesbrough's average total goals are 2.4, while Leicester's is 3.8. Middlesbrough scores 1.6 and concedes 0.8, Leicester scores 1.4 and concedes 2.4. For over 2.5 total goals: Middlesbrough has 3 out of 5, Leicester has 4 out of 5. In the first half, over 1.5 was recorded by Middlesbrough 2 times out of 5, Leicester 3 out of 5. In the second half, over 1.5 was seen by Middlesbrough 1 out of 5, Leicester 2 out of 5. By time intervals: Middlesbrough most frequently scores between the 16th and 30th minutes (33%), Leicester in the first 15 minutes (44%). Conceding: Middlesbrough is most vulnerable between 16-30, 31-45, and 61-75 minutes (33% each), Leicester in the final minutes (76-90, 40%). Considering Leicester's attacking profile, the consistent over 2.5 goal results for both teams, and their high averages in goals, the bet on over 2.5 goals at 1.65 seems optimal.

Analysis of Corner Totals

Middlesbrough averages 6 corners per game, Leicester 4.2. For over 9.5 corner totals: Middlesbrough has 3 out of 5, Leicester 4 out of 5. The combined average for both teams is 10.2. The line offers a corner total of 9.5: over 9.5 is at 1.80, under 9.5 at 1.90. Based on the frequency of results and average values, the bet on over 9.5 corners seems logical. Regarding corner outcomes, looking at average values, Middlesbrough delivers more, but odds are not provided. Overall, both teams tend to be active near the corner flag, as evidenced by their recent performances.