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The MKM Stadium is set to host an intriguing Championship encounter as Hull City AFC welcome Middlesbrough FC on Friday, December 5, 2025. This Matchday 19 fixture pits a Hull side looking to climb into the playoff picture against a Middlesbrough team already occupying a coveted automatic promotion spot. With both clubs having distinct ambitions for the season, a compelling battle is anticipated under the Friday night lights.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry City FC | 17 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 30 | 40 |
| 2 | Stoke City FC | 17 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 30 |
| 3 | Middlesbrough FC | 17 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 30 |
| 4 | Millwall FC | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | -4 | 28 |
| 5 | Ipswich Town FC | 17 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 27 |
| 6 | Preston North End FC | 17 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 27 |
| 7 | Bristol City FC | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 26 |
| 8 | Derby County FC | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 26 |
| 9 | Birmingham City FC | 17 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 25 |
| 10 | Wrexham AFC | 17 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 25 |
| 11 | Hull City AFC | 17 | 7 | 4 | 6 | -1 | 25 |
| 12 | Queens Park Rangers FC | 17 | 7 | 4 | 6 | -4 | 25 |
| 13 | Southampton FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 24 |
| 14 | Watford FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 24 |
| 15 | Leicester City FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 24 |
| 16 | Charlton Athletic FC | 17 | 6 | 5 | 6 | -3 | 23 |
| 17 | West Bromwich Albion FC | 17 | 6 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 22 |
| 18 | Blackburn Rovers FC | 16 | 6 | 1 | 9 | -5 | 19 |
| 19 | Oxford United FC | 18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | -5 | 18 |
| 20 | Swansea City AFC | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | -8 | 17 |
| 21 | Portsmouth FC | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | -9 | 17 |
| 22 | Sheffield United FC | 17 | 5 | 1 | 11 | -9 | 16 |
| 23 | Norwich City FC | 17 | 2 | 4 | 11 | -12 | 10 |
| 24 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 17 | 1 | 5 | 11 | -21 | 8 |
- Middlesbrough FC: Positioned strongly at 3rd in the Championship table, Middlesbrough has accumulated 30 points from 17 games. Their record stands at 8 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses, with a positive goal difference of +4 (22 goals scored, 18 conceded). Their consistent form has placed them firmly in contention for promotion.
- Hull City AFC: Hull City sits in 11th place, with 25 points after 17 matches. Their season so far has seen 7 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses. Interestingly, Hull has scored more goals (28) than Middlesbrough, but also conceded significantly more (29), resulting in a goal difference of -1. They will be eager to reduce the 5-point gap to the playoff positions.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2025 | Championship | Hull City AFC | 0 - 1 | Middlesbrough FC |
| 30 Nov 2024 | Championship | Middlesbrough FC | 3 - 1 | Hull City AFC |
| 10 Apr 2024 | Championship | Hull City AFC | 2 - 2 | Middlesbrough FC |
| 13 Dec 2023 | Championship | Middlesbrough FC | 1 - 2 | Hull City AFC |
| 19 Apr 2023 | Championship | Middlesbrough FC | 3 - 1 | Hull City AFC |
Recent history between these two clubs suggests a competitive rivalry, often featuring goals. In their last 9 Championship encounters:
- Middlesbrough holds a slight edge with 4 wins.
- Hull City has secured 3 victories.
- There have been 2 draws.
Looking at the last five meetings:
- 2025-01-01: Hull 0 – 1 Middlesbrough
- 2024-11-30: Middlesbrough 3 – 1 Hull
- 2024-04-10: Hull 2 – 2 Middlesbrough
- 2023-12-13: Middlesbrough 1 – 2 Hull
- 2023-04-19: Middlesbrough 3 – 1 Hull
Crucially, 6 out of these last 9 matches have seen over 2.5 goals scored, indicating a propensity for open, attacking football when these two teams meet. The average goals per game in these encounters stands at 3.
Our Prediction
Analyzing the current league form and historical head-to-head records, the most compelling betting opportunity for this match points towards a game with plenty of action in front of goal. Hull City’s season has been characterized by both scoring and conceding a high number of goals; their 57 total goals (GF + GA) in 17 games average out to 3.35 goals per match. While Middlesbrough’s defensive record is tighter, their attacking prowess has been evident in recent meetings against Hull, and they are in strong form.
Given Hull’s defensive vulnerabilities and their ability to find the net, combined with Middlesbrough’s playoff ambitions and historical scoring record against the Tigers, we anticipate an engaging encounter with multiple goals. The head-to-head trend strongly supports this outlook.
Our expert tip for this Championship clash is:
Over 2.5 Goals
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