Middlesbrough 1-0 Swansea City: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of Middlesbrough 1-0 Swansea City in the Championship on Saturday, 09 August 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Middlesbrough secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Swansea City at home, a result that might not have been surprising given their recent form. The win snapped a run of inconsistent results for Middlesbrough, who had drawn and lost in their previous Championship outings. Dael Fry emerged as the hero for the home side, scoring the decisive goal in the 51st minute. This victory could serve as a turning point for Middlesbrough, boosting their confidence as they look to climb the Championship table.

Swansea City, on the other hand, continued their struggle, extending their winless streak in the Championship. Despite a spirited performance, they couldn't find the back of the net, a recurring issue highlighted by their recent results. The loss at Middlesbrough adds to their woes, with their last Championship win coming against Oxford United. Swansea will need to regroup quickly if they hope to turn their season around.

The statistics from the match largely align with the result, with Middlesbrough holding a slight edge in possession at 54% compared to Swansea's 46%. The home side's dominance was further evidenced by their seven corners to Swansea's two, suggesting more attacking pressure. However, Swansea's higher successful dribble percentage of 44% compared to Middlesbrough's 29% indicates they had moments of quality in their play. The five yellow cards for Swansea compared to Middlesbrough's two also suggest a more disciplined performance from the home team, contributing to their victory.

The turning point of the match came in the 51st minute when Dael Fry scored the only goal of the game, securing the win for Middlesbrough. This goal not only broke the deadlock but also shifted the momentum firmly in favor of the home side. Earlier, Samuel Silvera received a yellow card in the 10th minute, setting a tone of physicality for the match. Middlesbrough's substitutions in the latter stages, including Abdoulaye Raslan Kanté, Vivaldo Borges dos Santos Neto, and Marcus Forss, helped maintain their lead and see out the game.

Swansea City's key moments were largely defined by their disciplinary issues, with yellow cards shown to Jay Fulton, Gonçalo Baptista Franco, Ethan Stuart William Galbraith, Cameron Burgess, and Liam Cullen. These cards disrupted their rhythm and potentially affected their performance. The team made four substitutions in an attempt to change the game's course, but none could break through Middlesbrough's defense. The late yellow cards in added time for both teams added tension but did not alter the final result.

Middlesbrough lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Dael Fry playing a pivotal role in defense and scoring the winning goal. The lineup featured a mix of experienced and younger players, with Sol Brynn in goal and Luke Ayling anchoring the defense. The substitutions of Abdoulaye Raslan Kanté, Vivaldo Borges dos Santos Neto, and Marcus Forss in the latter stages of the game helped maintain their lead and secure the victory. Fry's performance was particularly notable, as he not only defended well but also contributed decisively in attack.

Swansea City opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Lawrence Vigouroux in goal and a backline led by Ben Cabango and Cameron Burgess. The team's lineup included key players like Gonçalo Franco and Jay Fulton in midfield, but they struggled to create significant scoring opportunities. The four substitutions made by Swansea, including Žan Vipotnik and Zeidane Inoussa, were unable to change the game's outcome. The team's disciplinary issues, with five yellow cards, may have hampered their performance and contributed to their defeat.

Dael Fry is Coral’s Man of the Match for his standout performance against Swansea City. Scoring the decisive goal in the 51st minute, Fry not only secured the victory for Middlesbrough but also demonstrated his importance to the team's defense. His contribution was crucial in a tightly contested match, making him a deserving recipient of this accolade.

Recent matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Swansea City (H) - Championship

Recent matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Middlesbrough (A) - Championship

Middlesbrough sit in 7th place with 3 points after their 1-0 win over Swansea City. They face Millwall, in 3rd place with 3 points, on August 16, 2025, at 15:00. The victory, driven by Emmanuel Latte Lath’s goal and a clean sheet, boosts their confidence, and they’ll aim to maintain their attacking efficiency and defensive solidity to stay in the Championship’s top tier.

Millwall V Middlesbrough - Championship Game Week 2

Swansea City are in 21st place with 0 points after their 1-0 loss to Middlesbrough. They take on Sheffield United, in 24th place with 0 points, on August 16, 2025, at 15:00. The defeat highlights the need to improve attacking efficiency and defensive solidity to secure their first points against a struggling Sheffield United side.

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