Middlesbrough have been hard to beat lately, with a couple of wins, some draws, and only one loss in their recent games. They've also been scoring fairly regularly, and their matches have often been high-scoring affairs. Blackburn, on the other hand, have had a rougher run, losing most of their recent matches, though they did manage one win and one draw. Their last meeting was a close one, with Middlesbrough winning by a single goal.

Given Middlesbrough's stronger recent form and home advantage, they look the more likely side to come out on top. Blackburn have struggled for consistency, so this could be a tough away trip for them. Expect a fairly open game with a few goals, but Middlesbrough should edge it.