Expert Analysis: Charlton Athletic vs Middlesbrough
The upcoming match between Charlton Athletic and Middlesbrough on December 9, 2025, promises to be an intriguing encounter. With a rich history of competitive matches, both teams have shown resilience and tactical prowess. The betting odds suggest a cautious approach from both sides, with significant emphasis on defensive strategies in the first half. The likelihood of both teams not scoring in the first half stands at 91.90%, indicating a tightly contested start. Additionally, the odds for under 2.5 goals (53.80%) and under 4.5 cards (63.90%) further emphasize the expectation of a disciplined game with limited scoring opportunities.
Charlton Athletic
Middlesbrough
(FT)
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 93.00% | (1-2) 0-2 1H 1.18 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 85.60% | (1-2) 1-0 2H 1.30 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 72.70% | (1-2) 5 cards 1.18 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 70.20% | (1-2) 1.35 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 71.10% | (1-2) | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 66.00% | (1-2) 0-2 1H 1.40 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 59.10% | (1-2) 5 cards 1.38 | |
| First Goal 30+ Minutes | 59.70% | (1-2) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 54.10% | (1-2) 1.80 | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 55.30% | (1-2) 2.00 | |
| Both Teams To Score | 54.80% | (1-2) 1.85 | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.09% | (1-2) | |
| Yellow Cards | 1.97% | (1-2) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.68% | (1-2) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.21% | (1-2) | |
| Red Cards | 0.05% | (1-2) |
Betting Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 91.90%
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 86.00%
- Under 5.5 Cards: 74.20%
- Over 1.5 Goals: 71.10%
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 72.60%
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: 66.70%
- Under 4.5 Cards: 63.90%
- First Goal After 30 Minutes: 59.80%
- Under 2.5 Goals: 53.80%
- Total Goals Sum of 2 or 3: 53.90%
- Both Teams To Score: 53.50%
Predictive Insights
The average total goals predicted for this match is approximately 2.69, suggesting that while goals may be scarce, they are expected to occur as the match progresses into the second half or later stages of play, as indicated by the odds for “First Goal After 30 Minutes” at 59.80%. The average number of yellow cards is predicted at around two per game (Yellow Cards: Avg -2), which aligns with expectations of controlled aggression and strategic fouling.
Average Statistical Expectations
- Average Total Goals: 2.69
- Average Yellow Cards: 2
- Average Goals Scored: 1.98
- Average Conceded Goals: 1.81
- Average Red Cards: 0.75
In summary, while both teams are expected to maintain strong defensive stances initially, there’s potential for increased activity in terms of goals and cards as the match unfolds beyond halftime.
