Prediction for match Middlesbrough — Norwich, 31.01.2026

Match Analysis: Middlesbrough vs Norwich City

In the English Championship on January 31, Middlesbrough will face Norwich City. The odds for a Middlesbrough win are 1.68, a draw is priced at 3.84, and a Norwich City victory is offered at 4.74. The probabilities are: Middlesbrough 55.81%, draw 24.42%, Norwich City 19.78%. This setup highlights Middlesbrough as the favorite, but Norwich City is capable of putting up a fight given their recent results and both teams' attacking style. The over 2.5 goals market stands out at 1.75, while both teams to score: yes is at 1.71, reflecting the high scoring nature of both sides' recent games.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Middlesbrough has an average possession of 56.6%, records 0.6 yellow cards, commits 8 fouls, and 3 offsides per game. Norwich City holds possession 54.2% of the time, receives 0.8 yellows, makes 9.4 fouls, and 2.2 offsides. Recent matches for Middlesbrough: 24.01.2026 Middlesbrough 4-0 Preston North End, 21.01.2026 Stoke City 1-2 Middlesbrough, 16.01.2026 West Bromwich 2-3 Middlesbrough. For Norwich City: 26.01.2026 Norwich City 2-1 Coventry, 20.01.2026 West Bromwich 0-5 Norwich City, 17.01.2026 Wrexham 1-2 Norwich City. In their last head-to-head on 23.08.2025, Norwich City lost to Middlesbrough 1-2.

How Many Goals Will Be in the Middlesbrough vs Norwich City Match

Both teams have a strong over-profile in terms of goals. In Middlesbrough's last five matches, the over 2.5 goals bet has won 5 out of 5 times, and for Norwich City, it has hit 4 out of 5 times. The average goals per game over the last five matches are 4 for Middlesbrough and 3.8 for Norwich City, with both teams scoring an average of 2.8 goals per match. By halves, Middlesbrough has seen over 1.5 goals in the second half 4 out of 5 times, and Norwich City similarly 4 out of 5. In the first half, Middlesbrough has only seen over 1.5 goals 1 out of 5 times, while Norwich City has seen it 2 out of 5. Middlesbrough most frequently scores in the 76-90 minute interval (29%), while Norwich City scores most often in the 46-60 minute interval (38%). In terms of goals conceded, Middlesbrough struggles most in the 46-60 minute interval (50%), and Norwich City in the 61-75 minute interval (36%). This profile of both teams, high scoring, frequent over 2.5 goals, and consistent second-half scoring make the over 2.5 goals bet at 1.75 a logical choice for this match.

Corners: Numbers and Possible Bets

Middlesbrough averages 5.4 corners per game, Norwich City 4. For the over 9.5 corners frequency, Middlesbrough hits it 2 out of 5 times, Norwich City 3 out of 5. Considering the total corners, the closest line is 9.5: over 9.5 is at 1.67, under 9.5 at 2.08. In terms of corner outcomes, Middlesbrough is the favorite with odds of 1.24. This match can expect flank activity and a decent number of set pieces, especially given both teams' attacking style and average corner stats. A bet on over 9.5 corners looks justified, with Middlesbrough expected to have the edge in corner deliveries.