Match Report
The table read 11th (Aston Villa U21, 31 pts) against 16th (Middlesbrough U21, 27 pts), 4 points apart. Middlesbrough U21 had been over-performing their table position on recent form: 8th in the league over the last five rounds against 16th overall.
Across 4 recorded meetings, Aston Villa U21 have 2 wins to Middlesbrough U21's 1, with 1 draw, at 5.25 goals per meeting. Expect goals on precedent — three or more in 100% of the meetings, and both sides scored in 75%.
Goal scorers
Middlesbrough U21: George McCormick (4'), Layton Campbell (11')
Key stats
Possession: Aston Villa U21 63% · Middlesbrough U21 37% · Total shots: 13-9 · On target: 2-4 · Corners: 7-7