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

Chelsea

W L W W W

No standing data

Home 0.25

6-1

23/01/2024 16:00

Middlesbrough

D W W L L

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 yellow with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 0.90.

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 %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Weather

16:00

2024-01-23

Chelsea vs Middlesbrough - Prediction & Odds

Chelsea

Middlesbrough

2024-01-23 16:00

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

1 - 0

Chelsea

ENG LC

19/03/2022 13:15

Middlesbrough

0 - 2

Chelsea

ENG FAC

08/05/2017 15:00

Chelsea

3 - 0

Middlesbrough

ENG PR

20/11/2016 11:59

Middlesbrough

0 - 1

Chelsea

ENG PR

27/02/2013 15:45

Middlesbrough

0 - 2

Chelsea

ENG FAC

28/01/2009 15:45

Chelsea

2 - 0

Middlesbrough

ENG PR

Middlesbrough

50%

Draw

Chelsea

50%

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

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches 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

Played games

Chelsea

Middlesbrough

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.71

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.57

Scored

Avg. per game

2.29

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.57

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 7 matches

YesNo

5 (71%)2 (29%)

In last 7 matches

NoYes

7 (100%)0 (0%)

Chelsea

Recent matches

Middlesbrough

Under /Over

(57%)4 3(43%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(86%)6 1(14%)

Under /Over

(29%)2 5(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(57%)4 3(43%)

Under /Over

(14%)1 6(86%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(57%)4 3(43%)

/Yes

(43%)3 4(57%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(57%)4 3(43%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Chelsea

Middlesbrough

Shots

Chelsea

Total shots

17.14 avg / game

Blocked

32 total

Avg. 4.57

Middlesbrough

Total shots

11.86 avg / game

Blocked

20 total

Avg. 2.86

Chelsea Pass Middlesbrough

Total passes

4771

Avg. 682 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

63%

Total passes

3781

Avg. 540 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Chelsea

Played games

Middlesbrough

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.43

Clean sheets

0.43

7.43

Corners

6.86

20.43

143

Throw-ins

154

22.00

2.86

Offsides

3.57

2.57

GK saves

1.43

Chelsea

DISCIPLINARY

Middlesbrough

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.57

1.86

0.00

0.00

8.57

Fouls

10.43

21.57

151

Tackles

123

17.57

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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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