Middlesbrough vs Norwich: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Middlesbrough prepare to host Norwich on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 under referee Toner, this ENGLAND: Championship fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Middlesbrough, currently 2nd in the standings with 61 points from 32 games, are close to the leaders with only 1 points separating them. They've earned 33 points from 15 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Norwich, sitting 17th with 39 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 23 points from 17 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Middlesbrough and Norwich have favored Middlesbrough, with Middlesbrough claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Coventry, Middlesbrough recorded a 1-3 defeat while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Brynn, Targett, Malanda, Ayling, Brittain, McGree, Hackney, Morris, Browne, Conway, Whittaker. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Norwich's last outing came against Oxford United, where they secured a 3-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Grimshaw, Chrisene, Cordoba, McConville, Fisher, McLean, Field, Schwartau, Slimane, Gibbs, Toure. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, Middlesbrough are expected to maintain their 4-3-3 structure, while Norwich are likely to counter with a 4-2-3-1 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Middlesbrough's fixtures have averaged 3 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Norwich's games average 3.2 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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