Southampton U21 and Middlesbrough U21 face each other in an official match of the 2025/26 Premier League 2 U23 season. The game takes place at Staplewood Training Ground on Friday, 20/02/2026, at 13:00 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Southampton U21 vs Middlesbrough U21, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
APWin predictions for Southampton U21 vs Middlesbrough U21
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Southampton U21 preview
Southampton U21 comes into the match having played 14 games in the Premier League 2 U23 so far. They have recorded 7 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, with an average of 1.86 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 7 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses.
Southampton U21's attack has scored 27 goals during this period. Out of this total, 27 goals were scored in the Premier League 2 U23, averaging 1.93 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.93.
The offence system of Southampton U21 is led by Nicholas Okeyunkle as the top scorer of the season. The english forward has scored 8 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Cameron Bragg, who has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 21 goals with an average of 1.5 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 21 goals conceded in 14 matches, resulting in an average of 1.5.
Middlesbrough U21 preview
On the other hand, Middlesbrough U21 comes into the match having played 14 games in the Premier League 2 U23 so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 1.29 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 4 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses.
Middlesbrough U21's attack has scored 24 goals during this period. Out of this total, 24 goals were scored in the Premier League 2 U23, averaging 1.71 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.71.
The offence system of Middlesbrough U21 is led by Sonny Finch as the top scorer of the season. The english midfielder has scored 5 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Jayden Carbon, who has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 19 goals with an average of 1.36 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 19 goals conceded in 14 matches, resulting in an average of 1.36.
Head to head: Southampton U21 vs Middlesbrough U21
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Southampton U21
England - Premier League 2 Division One U23
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L W W |
1.6 |
| Home | D W W D W |
2.2 |
| Away | D L W L D |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 71% | 29% |
| Goals | 3.43 | 2.86 | 4 |
| Scored | 1.93 | 2 | 1.86 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 0.86 | 2.14 |
| Both Teams to Score | 86% | 71% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 29% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 57% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.48 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 1.31 | 1.66 |
Middlesbrough U21
England - Premier League 2 Division One U23
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D D D W |
1.8 |
| Home | W D W D L |
1.6 |
| Away | D D W L D |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 38% | 17% |
| Goals | 3.07 | 3.5 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 1.71 | 2.13 | 1.17 |
| Conceded | 1.36 | 1.38 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 64% | 50% | 83% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 13% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 38% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 25% | 83% |
|
xG
|
1.5 | 1.74 | 1.19 |
|
xGA
|
1.33 | 1.42 | 1.2 |
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