Middlesbrough vs Chelsea: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 09 January

Middlesbrough

L L W L W

No standing data

1-0

09/01/2024 16:00

Chelsea

W W W L D

No standing data

England League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Middlesbrough vs Chelsea on 09 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 Middlesbrough vs Chelsea preview before placing your bet.

Middlesbrough will face Chelsea in England League Cup on January 9, 2024 at 16:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.50.

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.

Live coef.

Weather

16:00

2024-01-09

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea - Prediction & Odds

Middlesbrough

Chelsea

2024-01-09 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 09/01/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Middlesbrough and Chelsea in the England League Cup football standings for the 2023-2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

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

18/10/2008 07:45

Middlesbrough

0 - 5

Chelsea

ENG PR

Middlesbrough

33%

Draw

Chelsea

67%

Middlesbrough Last 6 matches

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

26/12/2023 11:00

Rotherham United 1 - 0 Middlesbrough

ENG LCH

23/12/2023 11:00

Middlesbrough 1 - 0 West Bromwich(WBA)

ENG LCH

19/12/2023 15:45

Port Vale 0 - 3 Middlesbrough

ENG LC

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Chelsea

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

19/12/2023 16:00

Chelsea 1 - 1 Newcastle United

ENG LC

16/12/2023 11:00

Chelsea 2 - 0 Sheffield United

ENG PR

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues England League Cup

Played games

Middlesbrough

Chelsea

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.61

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.37

Scored

103

Avg. per game

2.02

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.43

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 54 matches

YesNo

44 (81%)10 (19%)

In last 54 matches

NoYes

41 (80%)10 (20%)

Middlesbrough

Recent matches

Chelsea

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Middlesbrough

Chelsea

Shots

Middlesbrough

Total shots

13.15 avg / game

Blocked

204 total

Avg. 3.92

Chelsea

Total shots

14.96 avg / game

Blocked

190 total

Avg. 3.80

Middlesbrough Pass Chelsea

Total passes

28217

Avg. 523 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

29575

Avg. 580 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

59%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Middlesbrough

Played games

Chelsea

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.26

Clean sheets

0.25

6.09

329

Corners

291

5.71

21.83

1179

Throw-ins

827

16.22

2.46

133

Offsides

110

2.16

2.59

140

GK saves

157

3.08

Middlesbrough

DISCIPLINARY

Chelsea

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.83

128

2.51

0.04

0.08

10.59

572

Fouls

569

11.16

16.00

864

Tackles

904

17.73

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Middlesbrough vs Chelsea Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Middlesbrough vs Chelsea on 09 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.

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Middlesbrough's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Chelsea'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 Middlesbrough and Chelsea 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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