Middlesbrough's Transfer Activity and Form
Middlesbrough FC is currently navigating a busy January transfer window, with significant changes to their squad. The club, sitting in sixth place in the Championship, has recently signed Ryan Giles, George Edmonson, and Morgan Whitaker, aiming to bolster their performance for the second half of the season. However, they've also seen the departure of Matt Clarke to Derby County on loan, and Dan Barlaser might follow suit. Despite these changes, Middlesbrough's recent form has been mixed, with losses against Preston and Blackburn, but they remain competitive in the league.
Queens Park Rangers' Resurgence
Queens Park Rangers (QPR) have been on an impressive run, winning four consecutive league matches, including a 2-1 victory over Hull City. Under manager Marti Cifuentes, QPR has shown tactical prowess, particularly in set pieces, as seen in their 3-1 win against Watford. Despite a setback against Swansea City, QPR's resilience was evident in their dramatic 2-1 win over Preston North End. Currently in 10th place, QPR is just a few points shy of the play-off spots, with players like Michael Frey and Rayan Kolli contributing significantly to their goal tally.
Head-to-Head and Statistical Insights
Historically, Middlesbrough has had the upper hand against QPR, especially at home, winning 8 of the last 14 encounters. Last season, Middlesbrough won both fixtures against QPR, and they have only lost once in their last five meetings. Middlesbrough scores 2.2 goals on average against QPR, while QPR scores 1 goal on average against them. Despite Middlesbrough's recent defensive vulnerabilities, having conceded in their last 8 matches, they have also scored in 6 consecutive games.
Prediction and Betting Insight
Given Middlesbrough's strong home record (6-2-1) and QPR's recent form, this match promises to be competitive. However, Middlesbrough's historical dominance and recent squad enhancements give them an edge. Expect both teams to score, considering their attacking capabilities and defensive lapses. Therefore, the prediction leans towards a home win with both teams scoring.
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