Middlesbrough U18 desperately need points on Saturday, Jan 30 at 1:00 PM in the Premier League U18. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Middlesbrough U18 come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Manchester United U18, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, Middlesbrough U18 face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Manchester United U18 have won 9 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Middlesbrough U18 won 0–5. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Manchester United U18 arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Middlesbrough U18. Manchester United U18 to win.