Hull City vs Middlesbrough: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Hull City vs Middlesbrough

• Date: Friday, 05 December 2025

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: MKM Stadium

Hull City's recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins and three losses in their last five games. They've shown an ability to score, netting eight goals, but their defence has been leaky, conceding ten. Against Middlesbrough, they'll need to tighten up at the back while capitalising on their attacking prowess. The predicted 4-4-2 formation could provide the balance needed to challenge Middlesbrough's more fluid 4-2-3-1 setup.

Middlesbrough, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results, with two wins, one loss, and two draws. Their home form has been strong, but they've struggled away from home. With players like Whittaker and Conway in attack, they pose a significant threat, but their defence will need to be on top form to handle Hull City's forwards. This match could be closely contested, with both teams having the potential to score.

Hull City's recent form has been up and down, with two wins and three losses in their last five games. They've shown an ability to score, with eight goals in those matches, but their defence has been a concern, conceding ten goals. This inconsistency could affect their confidence going into the match against Middlesbrough, but their attacking threat might give them the momentum needed to perform well.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Stoke City (A)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Ipswich Town (H)

• Loss: 2-3 vs Queens Park Rangers (A)

• Win: 3-2 vs Portsmouth (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Derby County (A)

Middlesbrough have had a mixed run of form, with two wins, one loss, and two draws in their last five games. They've been strong at home, winning two of their last three home matches, but have struggled on the road, drawing both of their away games. This could impact their performance against Hull, but their attacking options should give them confidence going into the match.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Derby County (H)

• Loss: 2-4 vs Coventry City (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Oxford United (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Birmingham City (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Leicester City (A)

The head-to-head record between Hull City and Middlesbrough has been closely contested, with Middlesbrough winning three of the last five encounters and drawing one. Middlesbrough have had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning the last two matches. However, Hull City have shown they can compete, with a win and a draw in the previous two games. This suggests that the upcoming match could be another tight affair.

Recent Championship Results

• Hull City 0-1 Middlesbrough (01 Jan 2025)

• Middlesbrough 3-1 Hull City (30 Nov 2024)

• Hull City 2-2 Middlesbrough (10 Apr 2024)

• Middlesbrough 1-2 Hull City (13 Dec 2023)

• Middlesbrough 3-1 Hull City (19 Apr 2023)

• Eliot Matazo (Knee) - Out

• Kasey Palmer (Knee) - Out

• Liam Millar (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Oli McBurnie (Knee) - Doubt

• Nathan Tinsdale (Knee) - Doubt

• Darragh Lenihan (Ankle) - Out

• Seny Dieng (Achilles) - Out

• Luke Ayling (Leg) - Out

• Aidan Morris (Leg) - Doubt

• George Edmundson (Hip) - Doubt

• Dael Fry (Calf) - Doubt

• Abdoulaye Kanté (Groin) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Pandur (GK), Coyle (DF), Ajayi (DF), Egan (DF), Giles (DF), Gelhardt (MF), Gyabi (MF), Slater (MF), Ndala (MF), Crooks (AT), Destan (AT)

Hull City's predicted 4-4-2 formation should provide a solid defensive structure with Coyle, Giles, Ajayi, and Egan at the back. In attack, Destan and Crooks will look to exploit any gaps in Middlesbrough's defence, supported by the midfield quartet of Ndala, Gelhardt, Gyabi, and Slater.

• Predicted lineup: Brynn (GK), Brittain (DF), Jones (DF), Targett (DF), Bangura (DF), Browne (MF), Hackney (MF), Whittaker (MF), Hansen (MF), Burgzorg (MF), Conway (AT)

Middlesbrough's predicted 4-2-3-1 formation will likely see Hackney and Browne anchoring the midfield, providing a solid base for the attacking trio of Whittaker, Burgzorg, and Hansen to create chances for Conway up front. This setup should allow them to control the game and pose a threat on the counter-attack.

• Enis Destan vs Callum Brittain: Destan's pace and movement will test Brittain's defensive capabilities.

• Darko Gyabi vs Sontje Hansen: Gyabi's creativity in midfield will be crucial against Hansen's defensive discipline.

• Regan Slater (Hull City): Slater's energy and work rate in midfield will be vital for Hull City's performance.

• Morgan Whittaker (Middlesbrough): Whittaker's ability to score and create chances will be key for Middlesbrough.

Fans in the UK are able to watch Hull City vs Middlesbrough on Sky Sports Ultra HDR, Sky Sports Football, and Sky Sports Main Event at 20:00 GMT on Friday, 05 December 2025

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