Middlesbrough vs Reading Prediction, Betting Tips & Prediction

Middlesbrough vs Reading
English League
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2024
Start at 15pm UK
Location: Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough.

Reading manager Veljko Paunovic has been named Premier League manager of the month. His team played to perfection, having won every game so far and kept three clean sheets.

The Royals have suddenly become serious contenders for promotion, but this weekend they have a tough day for them.

Playing at Riverside is always difficult, especially when the home team plays with a lot of confidence.

Middlesbrough's team spirit is certainly at an all-time high after beating Barnsley just before the international break.

Despite a better location, Reading is still considered a huge underdog here, judging by the odds.

Middlesbrough vs Reading head to head

• It was rather shocking to discover that Middlesbrough had emerged victorious in their last six head-to-head matches against Reading.
• The result was always 2-1 or 1-0. The most recent was at Reading in mid-July, and Boro won the game thanks to a Patrick Roberts goal.
• When it comes to all-time statistics, Middlesbrough have a 13-8 lead in terms of wins.
• Reading scored 26 goals in 26 games against Boro.

Middlesbrough vs reading prediction

So why exactly are Reading playing so well under this Serbian manager with no experience of English football?

They have been extremely careful in defence, being lethal and scoring almost every scoring opportunity they can find.

So far Reading's goal difference is 7-1, beating some top tier teams like Watford FC, Derby County and Cardiff City.

Portuguese striker Lucas João has been the most efficient player so far, but we are impressed with midfielder Michael Olise. This French player is only 18 years old and so far has managed to score a goal and provide an assist.

Middlesbrough are currently in 10th position with five points from four games. They have a style of play similar to reading, mainly focused on defense. Three out of four Boro games ended under 2,5 feet.

We are predicting a draw here, while more adventurous punters can also try with the correct 1-1 score option.

Middlesbrough vs Reading betting tips

• Draw @ 3,40
• Correct score 1:1 @ 6,50.