Our Middlesbrough U21 vs Ipswich U21 Prediction: 1-2
Middlesbrough U21 vs Ipswich U21 in the England Premier League 2 is scheduled for an 13:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday January 18, 2026. We’re backing a 1-2 away win, but with both sides showing goal-scoring potential, BTTS is another good betting choice.
This Middlesbrough U21 vs Ipswich U21 prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Middlesbrough U21's Last Match – Newcastle U21 vs Middlesbrough U21
Middlesbrough U21 will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 1-0 England Premier League 2 victory over Newcastle U21 on January 9. In that match, Middlesbrough U21 recorded 50% possession and 3 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Newcastle U21 | 50% | 0 (5) | - | 43 |
 Middlesbrough U21 | 50% | 0 (3) | - | 61 |
Ipswich U21's Last Match – Preston U21 vs Ipswich U21
Ipswich U21 will hope to extend their good run following a 3-0 England U21 Premier League Cup win against Preston U21 on January 12.
Middlesbrough U21 vs Ipswich U21 Stats
Key Stats
| Middlesbrough U21 | Ipswich U21 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.59 | Attacking Strength | 1.41 |
| 0.85 | Defence Strength | 1.07 |
| 0.9 | Points Per Game | 1.9 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Middlesbrough U21 are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Ipswich U21 average 1.9 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.