Middlesbrough vs Norwich City Prediction: Canaries to break into top six

Middlesbrough will welcome Norwich City at Riverside Stadium in Game Week 36 of the English Championship. Canaries are trying to break into top six. Who will come out on top after 90 minutes?

Middlesbrough form

There was once an expectation that Middlesbrough and Michael Carrick would be a good fit, with many believing Carrick would eventually move on to a bigger club. However, Carrick has not been able to maintain the progress he made last season. Middlesbrough is now 12 points behind the playoffs and unlikely to be promoted. The team has only won two out of nine Championship games this year and has suffered four defeats in their last five matches, leaving them just six points above the relegation zone. Despite a recent 2-1 victory over Leicester City, Middlesbrough has since lost 2-0 to Plymouth Argyle and Stoke City. With upcoming games against Queens Park Rangers and Birmingham City, Carrick faces pressure to secure wins.Carrick has a lot to consider when it comes to choosing his Middlesbrough XI, as there may be several changes made to the lineup. Lukas Engel, Finn Azaz, and Samuel Silvera are all likely to be included, with Anfernee Dijksteel as a possible right-back option. Dael Fry is looking to make a comeback from injury, but players like Isaiah Jones and Hayden Hackney are still out.

Middlesbrough Predicted Lineup

Dieng; Ayling, Van den Berg, Clarke, Engel; Barlaser, O'Brien; Forss, Azaz, Silvera; Latte Lath. 

Norwich City form

Norwich, who have lost only one of their last 10 league games, present a tough challenge. Their recent 1-0 win over Sunderland ended a six-game streak without a clean sheet. Norwich has struggled on the road, winning only four out of 17 games, but they have managed draws in their last two away matches. Wagner may decide to keep his Norwich XI unchanged, even though some fresh legs may be needed after their match against Sunderland. If a change is made, Sydney van Hooijdonk could potentially make his first Championship start, with Josh Sargent taking on a deeper role.

Norwich City Predicted Lineup

Gunn; Stacey, Hanley, Gibson, Giannoulis; Sara, McLean; Fassnacht, Sargent, Sainz; Van Hooijdonk.

Middlesbrough vs Norwich City Expert Tips

Despite the potential talent on Middlesbrough's team, they may struggle to outplay Norwich, who are predicted to secure a victory at the Riverside Stadium. Take a double chance on the Canaries with over 2.5 goals in the game.