Middlesbrough are aiming to retain a play-off spot come the end of the season and a win against Blackburn Rovers would go some way to ensuring they retain a place in the top six.
Boro are currently level on points with Derby County, who sit in seventh, and with the Rams in FA Cup action this weekend, they have a chance to put the pressure on Frank Lampard's team.
Latest Odds
Despite their loss in midweek Middlesbrough are7/5 (2.40) favourites to get a win away from home this weekend with bet365, whilst the hosts are 2/1 (3.00) to pick up all three points the draw can be backed at 11/5 (3.20).
Team News
The hosts come into this match without Daniel Ayala after he was sent off against Sheffield United.
Blackburn have a fully available squad other than Ben Gladwin, who has been out injured for almost two years at this point.
Preview
A few weeks back Blackburn looked to be an outside shout for a play-off spot but that hope has faded significantly after three defeats in a row.
Tony Mowbray's side look bereft of confidence since throwing away a two-goal lead against Brentford, eventually losing 5-2. Things won't get any easier for the Lancashire side in this tie either.
Boro are past their hardest run of the season after picking up four points from games against West Brom, Leeds and Sheffield United, and now they will want to push on to secure themselves a spot in the play-offs.
GoalThis weekend looks like a key game especially with the sides directly above and below them having FA Cup duties to attend to.
Predictions
Though Middlesbrough boast one of the best defences in the league, they haven't kept a clean sheet for six league games now.
Blackburn can be lethal going forward with Bradley Dack and Danny Graham both hitting double figures already this season. Dack to score is a good price at 11/5 (3.20)but that isn't our best bet of the day.
Both teams to score at 10/11 (1.91) looks a great pick.
Boro have been weak at the back as of late and with Daniel Ayala suspended they will be more likely to concede, whilst only Rotherham and Ipswich have let in more than Blackburn this season.
Prices correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Both teams to score at 10/11 (1.91) for a 2pt stake with bet365