Middlesbrough - West Bromwich

Middlesbrough look to regain their momentum as they host West Bromwich Albion at Riverside Stadium on 29 August 2026 for this Championship matchday 3 encounter. The hosts arrive following a productive midweek EFL Cup victory over Doncaster Rovers, aiming to bounce back from a narrow league defeat to Blackburn Rovers. With Will Lankshear and Morgan Whittaker expected to lead the line, the home side will look to exploit their attacking depth against a visiting team currently navigating a demanding schedule.

West Bromwich Albion make the journey north after a high-scoring cup exit at the hands of Newcastle United, though their league form remains impressive following a 3-1 win against Burnley. The visitors must adapt without the suspended Aune Selland Heggeboe, placing greater emphasis on the midfield control of Jayson Molumby and Isaac Price. History favours Middlesbrough, who secured a 3-2 victory in their most recent meeting on 16 January 2026.