Probable Lineups
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3-4-1-2
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.5)
6.7
Average Ratings
6.6
(6.5)
29.2
Average Age
26.3
181.5
Average Height (cm)
179.6
(0.9)
0.9
Shots pg
0.8
(0.8)
(50%)
52%
Aerial Duel Success
50%
(52%)
(0.7)
0.6
Dribbles pg
0.4
(0.4)
(1.4)
1.1
Tackles pg
1
(1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Middlesbrough
Cardiff
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dael Fry | Out | 6.8 | |
| Matt Crooks | Out | 7.06 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Morrison | Out | 6.85 | |
| Alex Smithies | Out | 6.29 | |
| Alfie Doughty | Out | 6.35 |
Team News
Middlesbrough
Cardiff
- Central midfielder Matt Crooks serves the final instalment of his suspension on Wednesday night, so expect Riley McGree to retain his place in central midfield.
- Chris Wilder could make one change to the side that faced Swansea at the weekend with Arsenal loanee Folarin Balogun returning to partner Duncan Watmore up top.
- Steve Morison could hand starts to central midfielder Will Vaulks and young forward Isaak Davies when Cardiff turn out on Wednesday night.
- Striker Max Watters returned to action on Saturday afternoon, meaning the away side have three confirmed absentees for the long trip to Teesside.
