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

Middlesbrough
LLWLW
No standing data
2
1-0
FT
09/01/2024 16:00
Chelsea
WWWLD
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
16:00

2024-01-09

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea - Prediction & Odds

Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
Chelsea
Chelsea
2024-01-09 16:00
19
21
60
2
2 - 1
2 - 1
3.00
1.50
FT
1-0 1-0
-
weather
2℃～3℃
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 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
18/10/2008 07:45
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 5
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG PR
Middlesbrough
2
33%
Draw
0
0%
Chelsea
4
67%
Middlesbrough 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
0%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Chelsea 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
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
54
 Chelsea
Chelsea
51
Goals
Scored
53
Avg. per game
0.98
Conceded
33
Avg. per game
0.61
Scored
54
Avg. per game
1.06
Conceded
46
Avg. per game
0.90
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 54 matches
YesNo
36 (67%)18 (33%)
In last 54 matches
NoYes
34 (67%)17 (33%)
Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Recent matches

Chelsea

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 Middlesbrough
Chelsea Chelsea
Shots
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
Total shots
13.15 avg / game
Blocked
204 total
Avg. 3.92
Chelsea
Chelsea
Total shots
14.96 avg / game
Blocked
190 total
Avg. 3.80
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough Pass Chelsea 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
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
5752
Avg. 106.52 / game
 Chelsea
Chelsea
5433
Avg. 106.53 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
2620
Avg. 48.52 / game
 Chelsea
Chelsea
2786
Avg. 54.63 / game
OTHERS
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
54
Played games
Chelsea
Chelsea
51
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.26
14
Clean sheets
13
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
Middlesbrough
DISCIPLINARY
Chelsea
Chelsea
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.83
99
Yellow card
128
2.51
0.04
2
Red card
4
0.08
10.59
572
Fouls
569
11.16
16.00
864
Tackles
904
17.73
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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

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