Probable Lineups
4-4-1-1
4-2-3-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.6)
6.8
Average Ratings
6.5
(6.5)
25.2
Average Age
25.2
182.2
Average Height (cm)
184.1
(0.9)
1.2
Shots pg
1.2
(0.9)
(54%)
55%
Aerial Duel Success
47%
(48%)
(0.5)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.5
(0.6)
(1.8)
1.2
Tackles pg
1
(1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Sheff Utd
Middlesbrough
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Arblaster | Out | 7.13 | |
| Harry Souttar | Out | 6.99 | |
| Sai Sachdev | Out | 6 | |
| Kieffer Moore | Out | 6.85 | |
| Jamie Shackleton | Out | 6.3 | |
| Tom Davies | Out | 6.72 | |
| Femi Seriki | Out | 6.62 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darragh Lenihan | Out | N/A | |
| Sol Brynn | Out | 6.78 | |
| Alex Bangura | Out | N/A | |
| Seny Dieng | Out | 6.41 | |
| Ben Doak | Out | 6.93 | |
| Anfernee Dijksteel | Doubtful | 6.73 | |
| Riley McGree | Doubtful | 6.72 | |
| Jonny Howson | Doubtful | 6.35 |
Team News
Sheff Utd
Middlesbrough
- Chris Wilder could make two changes to the side that beat Portsmouth with Rob Holding making his full debut and Callum O'Hare returning in midfield.
- Tom Davies and Harry Souttar are among seven confirmed absentees in the home camp.
- Striker Kelechi Iheanacho should make his debut in midweek after signing on loan from La Liga club Sevilla.
- Defender Tommy Smith has announced his retirement from professional football after a lengthy struggle with an Achilles injury.
Home Win
Boro have won only 2 of their last 10 games losing 4 of their last 5.