Middlesbrough vs Wrexham: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Middlesbrough vs Wrexham in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Middlesbrough vs Wrexham
• Date: Saturday, 25 October 2025
• Kick-off: 15:00 BST
• Venue: Riverside Stadium

Middlesbrough are coming into this match with a solid run of form, having won their last two games. They've shown they can grind out results, especially away from home, which bodes well against a Wrexham side that's been drawing a lot lately. Boro's recent wins against Sheffield Wednesday and Ipswich Town suggest they've got the firepower to break down Wrexham's defence.

Wrexham have been a bit inconsistent, with only one win in their last five games. They've been drawing a lot, which shows they can hold their own but struggle to finish off games. Against a confident Middlesbrough side, Wrexham will need to be more clinical if they want to get anything from this match.

Middlesbrough have been in good form recently, winning two of their last five games. Their victories against Sheffield Wednesday and Ipswich Town show they can win both home and away. This should give them confidence going into the match against Wrexham. However, their loss to Portsmouth and draws against Stoke City and Southampton indicate they can be vulnerable at times.

• Win: 1-0 vs Sheffield Wednesday (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Ipswich Town (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Portsmouth (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Stoke City (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Southampton (A)

Wrexham have had a mixed bag of results lately, with only one win in their last five games. Their victory against Oxford United at home is a positive sign, but their loss to Stoke City and three draws in a row show they struggle to close out games. They'll need to be more decisive in front of goal if they want to challenge Middlesbrough.

• Win: 1-0 vs Oxford United (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Stoke City (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Birmingham City (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Leicester City (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Derby County (H)

Middlesbrough and Wrexham have not faced each other in league competition for a long time, so we can't draw any conclusions from past meetings. However, based on their recent form, Middlesbrough seem to have the edge going into this match. It should be an interesting battle between two teams with different styles and ambitions.

• Seny Dieng (Achilles) - Out

• Darragh Lenihan (Ankle) - Doubt

• George Edmundson (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Andy Cannon (Cruciate Ligament) - Out

• Jay Rodríguez (Ankle) - Out

• Danny Ward (Elbow) - Out

• Ollie Rathbone (Ankle) - Out

• Harry Ashfield (Knee) - Out

• Aaron James (Knee) - Out

• Callum Doyle (Suspension) - Out

Predicted lineup: Brynn (GK), Brittain (DF), Jones (DF), Fry (DF), Targett (DF), Hackney (MF), Browne (MF), Whittaker (MF), Conway (MF), Burgzorg (MF), Strelec (AT)

With a strong midfield featuring Hackney and Browne, Middlesbrough should control the game's tempo. Strelec up front will be key to breaking down Wrexham's defence.

Predicted lineup: Okonkwo (GK), Brunt (DF), Cleworth (DF), Hyam (DF), Kaboré (MF), Thomason (MF), Dobson (MF), James (MF), Cacace (MF), Broadhead (AT), Moore (AT)

Wrexham's defence, led by Cleworth, will need to be solid to keep Middlesbrough at bay. Kaboré and Cacace in midfield will be crucial in breaking up Boro's play and starting attacks.

• Strelec vs Cleworth: Strelec's pace and finishing will be tested against Cleworth's defensive solidity.

• Conway vs Brittain: Conway's creativity in midfield will face a tough challenge from Brittain's tenacity.

• Hackney (Middlesbrough): Hackney's ability to control the midfield and distribute the ball will be vital for Middlesbrough's success.

• Kaboré (Wrexham): Kaboré's energy and work rate will be key to Wrexham's chances of getting a result.

The match between Middlesbrough and Wrexham at 15:00 BST on Saturday, 25 October 2025, will not be broadcast live on TV in the UK.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Middlesbrough 2-1 Wrexham.

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