Chelsea vs Middlesbrough: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 January

Chelsea
WLWWW
No standing data
1
6-1
FT
23/01/2024 16:00
Middlesbrough
DWWLL
No standing data
England League Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Chelsea vs Middlesbrough on 23 January 2024 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Chelsea vs Middlesbrough preview before placing your bet.

  • Chelsea will face Middlesbrough in England League Cup on January 23, 2024 at 16:00.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 1.19.
Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards
Home team Away team
Probability %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
16:00

2024-01-23

Chelsea vs Middlesbrough - Prediction & Odds

Chelsea
Chelsea
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
2024-01-23 16:00
75
15
10
1
2 - 2
2 - 2
3.25
1.19
FT
6-1 4-0
-
weather
10℃～11℃
STANDINGS UP TO 23/01/2024
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Chelsea and Middlesbrough in the England League Cup football standings for the 2023-2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
09/01/2024 16:00
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
1 - 0
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG LC
19/03/2022 13:15
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 2
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG FAC
08/05/2017 15:00
Chelsea Chelsea
3 - 0
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
ENG PR
20/11/2016 11:59
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 1
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG PR
27/02/2013 15:45
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 2
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG FAC
28/01/2009 15:45
Chelsea Chelsea
2 - 0
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
ENG PR
Middlesbrough
3
50%
Draw
0
0%
Chelsea
3
50%
Chelsea Chelsea Last 6 matches
13/01/2024 08:30
Chelsea 1 - 0 Fulham
ENG PR
09/01/2024 16:00
Middlesbrough 1 - 0 Chelsea
ENG LC
06/01/2024 13:30
Chelsea 4 - 0 Preston North End
ENG FAC
30/12/2023 08:30
Luton Town 2 - 3 Chelsea
ENG PR
27/12/2023 15:30
Chelsea 2 - 1 Crystal Palace
ENG PR
24/12/2023 09:00
Wolves 2 - 1 Chelsea
ENG PR
Win
67%
Draw
0%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
20/01/2024 11:00
Middlesbrough 1 - 1 Rotherham United
ENG LCH
13/01/2024 11:10
Millwall 1 - 3 Middlesbrough
ENG LCH
09/01/2024 16:00
Middlesbrough 1 - 0 Chelsea
ENG LC
06/01/2024 13:30
Middlesbrough 0 - 1 Aston Villa
ENG FAC
01/01/2024 11:00
Middlesbrough 1 - 3 Coventry City
ENG LCH
29/12/2023 15:45
Huddersfield Town 1 - 2 Middlesbrough
ENG LCH
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues England League Cup

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games
Chelsea
Chelsea
51
 Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
54
Goals
Scored
54
Avg. per game
1.06
Conceded
46
Avg. per game
0.90
Scored
53
Avg. per game
0.98
Conceded
33
Avg. per game
0.61
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 51 matches
YesNo
34 (67%)17 (33%)
In last 51 matches
NoYes
36 (67%)18 (33%)
Chelsea

Chelsea

Recent matches

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Chelsea Chelsea
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
Shots
Chelsea
Chelsea
Total shots
14.96 avg / game
Blocked
190 total
Avg. 3.80
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
Total shots
13.15 avg / game
Blocked
204 total
Avg. 3.92
Chelsea Chelsea Pass Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
Total passes
29575
Avg. 580 / game
Accurate
87%
Ball possession
59%
Total passes
28217
Avg. 523 / game
Accurate
84%
Ball possession
53%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Chelsea
Chelsea
5433
Avg. 106.53 / game
 Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
5752
Avg. 106.52 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Chelsea
Chelsea
2786
Avg. 54.63 / game
 Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
2620
Avg. 48.52 / game
OTHERS
Chelsea
Chelsea
51
Played games
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
54
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.25
13
Clean sheets
14
0.26
5.71
291
Corners
329
6.09
16.22
827
Throw-ins
1179
21.83
2.16
110
Offsides
133
2.46
3.08
157
GK saves
140
2.59
Chelsea
Chelsea
DISCIPLINARY
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.51
128
Yellow card
99
1.83
0.08
4
Red card
2
0.04
11.16
569
Fouls
572
10.59
17.73
904
Tackles
864
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How We Build the Chelsea vs Middlesbrough Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Chelsea vs Middlesbrough on 23 January 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this England League Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Chelsea vs Middlesbrough Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Chelsea's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Middlesbrough's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

England League Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live England League Cup standings and the England League Cup form table to understand exactly where Chelsea and Middlesbrough sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our England League Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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