Stoke City vs Middlesbrough — Pass Map

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Pass Map

Stoke City 1 – 2 Middlesbrough

Championship · 22 Jan 2026

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Node size = touches

Edge thickness = est. passes

High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Ayling's right-side possession anchor

L. Ayling completed 62 passes at 91.2% accuracy with 79 total touches, establishing himself as Middlesbrough's primary build-up outlet. His volume and efficiency down the right flank controlled tempo and shifted defensive pressure throughout the match.

Whittaker threading midfield chances

M. Whittaker created 3 key passes and generated 0.129 expected assists from his central position. His creative work provided Middlesbrough's main attacking ammunition through the congested midfield zone.

Talovierov's tireless defensive intervention

M. Talovierov made 17 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries and clearances to anchor Stoke's backline. His constant cover and reading of play limited Middlesbrough's attacking space and transition opportunities.

Gilbert's instant creative spark off bench

A. Gilbert produced 3 key passes and 0.126 expected assists in just 45 minutes as a substitute. His immediate impact injection energized Middlesbrough's attack when the match shape needed refreshing.