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.

Our algorithm prediction: Chelsea to win with probability 60%.
Head-to-head history favors Chelsea, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Middlesbrough have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

Draw

Chelsea

100%

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

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

202

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

172

Avg. per game

0.57

Scored

249

Avg. per game

0.83

Conceded

158

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

147 (49%)153 (51%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

167 (56%)133 (44%)

Middlesbrough

Recent matches

Chelsea

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Middlesbrough

Chelsea

Shots

Middlesbrough

Total shots

13.04 avg / game

Blocked

1053 total

Avg. 4.26

Chelsea

Total shots

14.78 avg / game

Blocked

1068 total

Avg. 4.17

Middlesbrough Pass Chelsea

Total passes

126851

Avg. 479 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

157357

Avg. 566 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

59%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Middlesbrough

300

Played games

Chelsea

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.31

5.79

1737

Corners

1731

5.77

19.87

5962

Throw-ins

4571

15.24

1.77

532

Offsides

530

1.77

2.16

649

GK saves

810

2.70

Middlesbrough

DISCIPLINARY

Chelsea

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.58

473

628

2.09

0.04

0.07

9.07

2721

Fouls

3307

11.02

12.74

3821

Tackles

4091

13.64

NEXT MATCHES

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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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