Middlesbrough v Hull Match Report & Stats: 3-1 – Conway Shines in Boro Victory

Competition | EFL Championship |
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Date | 30th November 2024 |
Teams | Middlesbrough v Hull City |
Final Score | 3-1 |
Middlesbrough returned to winning ways with a convincing 3-1 victory over Hull City at the Riverside Stadium. Tommy Conway’s clinical brace and a stellar performance from Finn Azaz highlighted a strong outing for Michael Carrick’s side, while Hull struggled under interim management.
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Middlesbrough v Hull Match Report
After a disappointing midweek defeat, Middlesbrough bounced back emphatically. Finn Azaz, returning from illness, orchestrated Boro’s attacking play, opening the scoring in the 24th minute after Hayden Hackney’s neat assist.
Conway doubled the lead in the 41st minute, converting brilliantly from Ben Doak’s cross. Despite Hull’s improved showing after the break, substitute Mason Burstow reduced the deficit in the 71st minute. However, Conway struck again in the 79th minute to put the game beyond doubt.
Hull’s disjointed performance underlined the turmoil following the sacking of Tim Walter, as the visitors lacked cohesion and struggled to contain Boro’s dynamic attack.
Key Moments
- 24' – Goal (1-0): Finn Azaz curled a precise shot into the bottom corner after receiving a layoff from Hackney.
- 41' – Goal (2-0): Tommy Conway slotted home from close range following an excellent low cross by Doak.
- 71' – Goal (2-1): Hull’s Mason Burstow pulled one back, converting Kamara’s cross with a deft finish.
- 79' – Goal (3-1): Conway completed his brace with another composed finish, again assisted by Doak.
Stats at a Glance
Stat | Middlesbrough | Hull City |
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Expected Goals (xG) | 1.81 | 1.13 |
Ball Possession | 44% | 56% |
Goal Attempts | 21 | 10 |
Shots on Goal | 9 | 3 |
Corners | 7 | 6 |
Fouls | 9 | 10 |
Completed Passes | 348 | 452 |
Lineups
Middlesbrough (4-2-3-1)
- GK: Brynn
- DEF: Dijksteel, Fry, Edmundson, Neto Borges
- MID: Barlaser, Hackney (C)
- ATT MID: Doak, Azaz, Burgzorg
- FOR: Conway
Hull City (4-1-4-1)
- GK: Pandur
- DEF: Coyle (C), McLoughlin, Jones, Drameh
- MID: Simons, Omur, Slater, Palmer, Kamara
- FOR: Joao Pedro Galvao
Pre-Match Tips Evaluation
- “Emmanuel Latte Lath to score and win” ❌ – Latte Lath entered as a late substitute and failed to score, as Tommy Conway stole the spotlight.
- “Conway to be a key player” ✅ – Conway’s two goals proved decisive, marking another impressive display for the in-form forward.
- “Hull to struggle post-managerial sacking” ✅ – Hull showed disorganisation and lacked cutting edge, succumbing to a deserved defeat.
Michael Carrick will be pleased with his side’s response, while Hull’s search for stability continues.
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Dusan Jovanovic
Over the past ten years, Dusan has specialised in analysing and handicapping various sports leagues, including the NFL, MLB, NCAA Football, NCAA Basketball, NBA, NHL, and numerous European football leagues.