Middlesbrough lineup vs Wolves

Middlesbrough's expected lineup vs Wolves, Sat 10 Oct, based on the XI they have started most this season (starts from 11 matches): Vítek (8); Malanda (9), Ayling (9), Borges (8); Brittain (10), Morris (8), McGree (6), Arfsten (5); Lankshear (9), Peart-Harris (5). Out: Berhalter. No fan has predicted this match yet. Last updated after the Birmingham match on 19 Sep.

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Middlesbrough predicted lineup vs Wolves

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Middlesbrough are without Berhalter at home to Wolves in the CHA, so expect at least one change. The XI they have started most often, usually a 3-4-2-1, across 11 official matches is: Vítek in goal, a back three of Malanda, Ayling and Borges, and Lankshear and Peart-Harris further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now.

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Team news

  • Unavailable: Berhalter (Out).
  • Most-used shape: 3-4-2-1 in 9 of the last 30 matches.
  • Sets up with a back three in 33% of matches.
  • Based on starts across 11 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Middlesbrough, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

Middlesbrough are 3rd in the CHA on 15 points from 8 games. They have W2 D3 L0 in their last five.

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3-4-2-1most-used · 9 of last 30
3-4-2-1
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4-2-3-1
20%
4-2-2-2
17%
4-1-4-1
13%

4-2-3-1 at home · 3-4-2-1 away

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What is Middlesbrough's expected lineup?
Middlesbrough are without Berhalter at home to Wolves in the CHA, so expect at least one change. The XI they have started most often, usually a 3-4-2-1, across 11 official matches is: Vítek in goal, a back three of Malanda, Ayling and Borges, and Lankshear and Peart-Harris further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now. Most-used XI (3-4-2-1): Vítek, Malanda, Ayling, Borges, Brittain, Berhalter (out), Morris, McGree, Arfsten, Lankshear, Peart-Harris.
Who started Middlesbrough's last match?
Middlesbrough's starting XI on 19 Sept 2026 in the Championship (3-4-2-1): R. Vítek, L. Ayling, A. Phillips, A. Malanda, C. Brittain, A. Morris, R. McGree, M. Arfsten, A. Cozier-Duberry, M. Peart-Harris, W. Lankshear.
What was Middlesbrough's last result?
Middlesbrough drew with Birmingham 2–2 on 19 Sept 2026.
When did Middlesbrough last win?
Middlesbrough last won on 12 Sept 2026, beating Norwich 4–3.
Who takes penalties for Middlesbrough?
T. Conway has taken the most penalties for Middlesbrough in the 2025/26 season, scoring 4 of 4.
Who has made the most starts for Middlesbrough this season?
C. Brittain leads with 10 starts for Middlesbrough across all competitions this season.
What formation does Middlesbrough use most often?
Middlesbrough have used a 4-2-3-1 in 4 of their 11 matches this season.
Which Middlesbrough goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Radek Vitek has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Middlesbrough this season, starting 8 matches.
Which Middlesbrough defender has started the most this season?
Luke Ayling has made the most starts as defender for Middlesbrough this season, starting 9 matches.
Which Middlesbrough midfielder has started the most this season?
Callum Brittain has made the most starts as midfielder for Middlesbrough this season, starting 10 matches.
Which Middlesbrough forward has started the most this season?
Will Lankshear has made the most starts as forward for Middlesbrough this season, starting 9 matches.
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