Middlesbrough hosts Hull City in Championship clash as both teams seek crucial points

Middlesbrough will face Hull City in a Championship match on Saturday. Middlesbrough aims to recover from a recent home loss to Blackburn, while Hull is struggling after sacking their manager following a defeat to Sheffield Wednesday. Middlesbrough remains in the playoff spots despite their setback, while Hull is in the relegation zone, having lost four straight games. Assistant manager Andy Dawson will lead Hull as they seek their first win in nine matches. Middlesbrough is favored to win, with a strong offensive showing, scoring 15 goals in their last four games. Hull has only managed one goal in their last four matches.