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

Middlesbrough
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No standing data
2
1-0
FT
09/01/2024 13:00
Chelsea
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No standing data
England League Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Middlesbrough vs Chelsea on 09 January 2024 (kick-off: 13:00) 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
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2
Pred
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2024-01-09

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea - Prediction & Odds

Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
Chelsea
Chelsea
2024-01-09 13:00
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 10:15
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 2
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG FAC
08/05/2017 12:00
Chelsea Chelsea
3 - 0
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
ENG PR
20/11/2016 08:59
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 1
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG PR
27/02/2013 12:45
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 2
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG FAC
28/01/2009 12:45
Chelsea Chelsea
2 - 0
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
ENG PR
18/10/2008 04:45
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
0 - 5
Chelsea Chelsea
ENG PR
Middlesbrough
0
0%
Draw
0
0%
Chelsea
6
100%
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough Last 6 matches
06/01/2024 10:30
Middlesbrough 0 - 1 Aston Villa ENG FAC
01/01/2024 08:00
Middlesbrough 1 - 3 Coventry City ENG LCH
29/12/2023 12:45
Huddersfield Town 1 - 2 Middlesbrough ENG LCH
26/12/2023 08:00
Rotherham United 1 - 0 Middlesbrough ENG LCH
23/12/2023 08:00
Middlesbrough 1 - 0 West Bromwich(WBA) ENG LCH
19/12/2023 12:45
Port Vale 0 - 3 Middlesbrough ENG LC
Win
50%
Draw
0%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Chelsea Chelsea
06/01/2024 10:30
Chelsea 4 - 0 Preston North End ENG FAC
30/12/2023 05:30
Luton Town 2 - 3 Chelsea ENG PR
27/12/2023 12:30
Chelsea 2 - 1 Crystal Palace ENG PR
24/12/2023 06:00
Wolves 2 - 1 Chelsea ENG PR
19/12/2023 13:00
Chelsea 1 - 1 Newcastle United ENG LC
16/12/2023 08:00
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
1
 Chelsea
Chelsea
6
Goals
Scored
1
Avg. per game
1.00
Conceded
0
Avg. per game
0.00
Scored
6
Avg. per game
1.00
Conceded
2
Avg. per game
0.33
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
1 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
3 (50%)3 (50%)
Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Recent matches

Chelsea

Chelsea

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)4 2(33%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)2 4(67%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(17%)1 5(83%)

/Yes

(0%)0 1(100%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)3 3(50%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
Chelsea Chelsea
Shots
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
Total shots
6.00 avg / game
Blocked
1 total
Avg. 1.00
Chelsea
Chelsea
Total shots
17.00 avg / game
Blocked
31 total
Avg. 5.17
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough Pass Chelsea Chelsea
Total passes
294
Avg. 294 / game
Accurate
74%
Ball possession
28%
Total passes
4028
Avg. 671 / game
Accurate
87%
Ball possession
62%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
45
Avg. 45.00 / game
 Chelsea
Chelsea
763
Avg. 127.17 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
21
Avg. 21.00 / game
 Chelsea
Chelsea
381
Avg. 63.50 / game
OTHERS
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
1
Played games
Chelsea
Chelsea
6
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.00
1
Clean sheets
3
0.50
1.00
1
Corners
46
7.67
20.00
20
Throw-ins
132
22.00
3.00
3
Offsides
20
3.33
5.00
5
GK saves
17
2.83
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
DISCIPLINARY
Chelsea
Chelsea
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.00
1
Yellow card
10
1.67
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
9.00
9
Fouls
50
8.33
27.00
27
Tackles
128
21.33
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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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