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Middlesbrough v Cardiff is on 17 October 2026 · 12:30 at Riverside Stadium (Middlesbrough); Tom Nield, England takes charge. We think Middlesbrough (64%) are favourites. Below are the tip, the probability of each result, the absences and a look at the match.
Middlesbrough vs Cardiff: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 1.53 | 5.25 | 5.75 |
| Market average | 1.46 | 4.87 | 5.52 |
| Lowest odds | 1.44 | 4.50 | 5.00 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.11 | 1.07 | 86.8% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.40 | 1.32 | 70.3% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 3.53 | 3.13 | 29.7% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.91 | 1.85 | 51.0% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.50 | 1.44 | 64.4% |
| BTTS – no | 2.70 | 2.61 | 35.6% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 17/10/26, 10:01. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 7.1%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Middlesbrough 2–1 Cardiff, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Middlesbrough 1st (28 points), Cardiff 17th (14 points).
- Absences: Middlesbrough 0, Cardiff 0.
Who will win Middlesbrough vs Cardiff?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Middlesbrough vs Cardiff: who is missing
Middlesbrough
- No reported absences
Cardiff
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Middlesbrough vs Cardiff: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middlesbrough | 13 | 8-4-1 | 30:17 | 28 |
| 2 |  Swansea | 13 | 8-2-3 | 20:13 | 26 |
| 3 |  Wolves | 13 | 7-3-3 | 23:16 | 24 |
| 4 |  West Brom | 13 | 7-3-3 | 19:14 | 24 |
| 5 |  Southampton | 13 | 8-3-2 | 28:13 | 23 |
| 6 |  Birmingham | 13 | 6-5-2 | 23:13 | 23 |
| 7 |  Stoke City | 13 | 7-2-4 | 20:16 | 23 |
| 8 |  West Ham | 13 | 6-4-3 | 33:18 | 22 |
| 9 |  QPR | 13 | 5-5-3 | 21:16 | 20 |
| 10 |  Sheffield Utd | 13 | 5-4-4 | 17:15 | 19 |
| 11 |  Portsmouth | 13 | 5-4-4 | 16:15 | 19 |
| 12 |  Millwall | 13 | 5-3-5 | 23:21 | 18 |
| 13 |  Blackburn | 13 | 5-3-5 | 19:20 | 18 |
| 14 |  Bristol City | 13 | 5-3-5 | 15:17 | 18 |
| 15 |  Norwich | 13 | 5-0-8 | 23:24 | 15 |
| 16 |  Lincoln | 13 | 4-3-6 | 14:23 | 15 |
| 17 | Cardiff | 13 | 3-5-5 | 19:20 | 14 |
| 18 |  Wrexham | 13 | 3-5-5 | 15:19 | 14 |
| 19 |  Bolton | 13 | 4-2-7 | 18:26 | 14 |
| 20 |  Charlton | 13 | 3-5-5 | 11:21 | 14 |
| 21 |  Watford | 13 | 3-2-8 | 12:23 | 11 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 13 | 1-6-6 | 17:25 | 9 |
| 23 |  Derby | 13 | 1-4-8 | 11:25 | 7 |
| 24 |  Preston | 13 | 1-2-10 | 10:27 | 5 |
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How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Middlesbrough are 1st with 28 points after 13 matches (8W 4D 1L), whereas Cardiff are 17th with 14 points (3W 5D 5L).
What to expect
Middlesbrough should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 2–1, about 3 goals combined, and 2–1 (9.4%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Both teams to score (odds 1.50), and our probability for it is 64%. We estimate both teams scoring at 64% and over 2.5 goals at 70%.
Prediction: key points
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 70%.
- Absent: Middlesbrough 0, Cardiff 0.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: yes
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: yes (probability 64%, best available odds 1.50). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Middlesbrough are missing: no absences. Cardiff are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
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Middlesbrough vs Cardiff: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Middlesbrough vs Cardiff?
Our result tip is Middlesbrough to win (odds 1.53), and our goals tip is Both teams to score (odds 1.50). The safer pick is Middlesbrough or draw (1X).
Who will win Middlesbrough vs Cardiff?
Our probabilities: Middlesbrough to win 64%, a draw 19%, Cardiff to win 17%.
What time and where is kick-off?
17 October 2026, kick-off at 12:30, at Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough. Referee: Tom Nield, England.
Who will be missing?
Middlesbrough: no absences. Cardiff: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 70% (odds 1.40); under 2.5 goals is at 30% (odds 3.53).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 64% probability (odds 1.50).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 2–1 (9.4%); after that come 1–1 (7.9%) and 2–0 (7.9%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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