As Southampton gears up to face Middlesbrough in a much-anticipated Championship clash on March 29, the stage is set for a thrilling encounter. The last time these two sides met, Middlesbrough clinched a narrow 2-1 victory, making the upcoming match a chance for Southampton to settle scores. Riding high on a winning streak with recent victories over Sunderland and Birmingham, Southampton is eager to continue their success. Despite their solid performance, Southampton’s defense has shown some cracks, conceding goals in their last five matches. On the other hand, Middlesbrough arrives with a robust defense, having kept three consecutive clean sheets and extending their unbeaten run to four matches after a draw with Blackburn. With both teams having a history of competitive matches, this game promises to be an enthralling showdown, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses as they vie for dominance in the Championship.