Middlesbrough vs Coventry City Prediction, Odds & Insights – Championship (25/11/2025)

Get ready for a thrilling Championship clash at Riverside Stadium on 25 November 2025, kickoff at 20:45. Middlesbrough will host Coventry City in the 17th matchday of the season in front of a 34,742 capacity crowd.

Middlesbrough in Focus

Middlesbrough line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, relying on key players like S. Brynn in goal and T. Conway leading the attack. The team has shown balanced home form with five wins and four draws at Riverside in their last ten home games, scoring an average of 2.1 goals per match. Recent results include a strong 2-1 victory over Birmingham and a solid 3-0 win against Watford.

Coventry City at a Glance

Coventry City deploy a 4-4-2 system with C. Rushworth as goalkeeper and striking duo B. Thomas-Asante and H. Wright. They have been in fine form on the road with eight away wins in their last ten outings and a strong attacking record averaging 3 goals per match. Their recent clash results include a dominant 7-1 home win over Queens Park Rangers and consistent performances away from home.

We Say

We back Coventry City to win this one, with solid odds of 2.23 boosting the appeal. The betting recommendation leans towards Coventry’s sharp away form and attacking prowess as a key factor to tip the scales in their favor.

Stats That Matter

Stat	Middlesbrough	Coventry City
Avg. Goals For	2	3.1
Avg. Goals Against	1	0.6
Last Meeting (GF)	–	–

• Middlesbrough’s last five matches show mixed results with four wins, two losses, and four draws, while Coventry has been more dominant with eight wins and only one loss in the last ten games.
• Coventry’s average goals scored per match (3.1) thrive against Middlesbrough’s solid but less prolific defense, presenting an exciting clash.
• Upcoming matches featuring both teams include Coventry City vs West Bromwich Albion on 22 November and Middlesbrough against Oxford United the same day, indicating stretching schedules.

Odds & Insights

Market	Middlesbrough	Coventry City	Draw/Alt
1X2	–	2.23	–
Over/Under 2.5 Goals	–	–	1.76 (Over)
Both Teams to Score	–	–	No
Correct Score	–	–	–
Anytime Goalscorer	–	–	–

Past Meetings (H2H)

Date	Competition	Result
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Our Take

This encounter promises an engaging battle where Coventry’s strong away record and high scoring average tip the balance slightly in their favor. Middlesbrough will need to leverage their home support and defensive solidity to counter Coventry’s potent attack. Expect a competitive match with over 2.5 goals likely, but Coventry’s odds offer an attractive bet for cautious punters.

• Main Bet: Coventry City to win (2.23)
• Secondary Option: Over 2.5 goals (1.76)
• Alternative: Both teams not to score
• Correct Score Lean: –

With Coventry City flying high on confidence and Middlesbrough aiming to defend their home turf, bettors should look for value in Coventry’s victory and goal markets. The Riverside venue sets the stage for an entertaining championship fixture, blending tactical formations and recent form trends. Keep an eye on this one—Coventry’s strong away momentum could dictate the outcome here.