Middlesbrough return to home soil to face Blackburn Rovers at 4:00 PM today in what could be a turning point in their Championship campaign.

Middlesbrough enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 4 wins from their last 5 matches. Blackburn Rovers will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Blackburn Rovers lead the rivalry with 6 wins over Middlesbrough's 2. 2 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Middlesbrough edged it 0-2.

Expect Middlesbrough to control midfield with their 4-4-2 formation, while Blackburn Rovers aim to absorb and counter in their 3-4-1-2.

With so much at stake in the Championship, both teams will be eager to leave their mark. Fine margins could decide this contest.