Southampton vs Middlesbrough Bet Builder Tips: Conway to let shots fly in 18/1 shot

I spy with my little eye, a Championship play-off semi-final second leg between Southampton and Middlesbrough at St. Mary's on Tuesday (20:00 BST, Sky Sports Main Event). The two sides played out a goalless stalemate on Teesside in Saturday's contest, leaving it all to play for on the South Coast.

Below I have put forward my Southampton vs Middlesbrough Bet Builder Tips, which pay at an enticing 18/1.

Correct Score - Draw 2-2

I'm kicking off my Bet Builder with a very bold selection and that is a correct score. We may not have been treated to goals on Saturday but I think this second leg will more than make up for it.

Both sides had plenty of chances at the Riverside, notably Boro, who could have one foot in the final if they had made the most of their dominance in the first half. Tommy Conway hit the woodwork and had a close-range effort blocked in what were the two best chances of the match.

Southampton grew into the game in the second half and asked their own questions of Middlesbrough's defence. Given that Tuesday's battle is now a straight shoot-out, I think goals can flow at St. Mary's.

However, I can see the two teams cancelling one another out again. After all, the last time they met here they played out a 1-1 draw. I'm giving them both an extra goal this time around, though, because the Saints' previous two home appearances ended 2-2 against Bristol City and Ipswich Town.

This scoreline has also landed in each of Boro's three most recent away trips against Swansea City, Ipswich and Wrexham.

Southampton vs Middlesbrough Odds

Both Teams To Score 1st Half - Yes

I believe that there will be a frantic start to this contest given that the tie is level and I like the look of Both Teams To Score inside the first half. This was a successful bet when the teams faced off here in the regular season back in September.

Additionally, this selection has struck in each of Middlesbrough's last three away trips in the Championship, so I do see this trend continuing on Tuesday night.

Tommy Conway 2+ shots

Boro attacker Conway was busy in the first leg and he was provided with some of the best chances of the match. He was once denied by the woodwork, with the other being an excellent block by a defender.

I think the former Bristol City man will play a key role for Middlesbrough again on Tuesday and after recording four shots on Teesside, I'm confident we will see him register at least two efforts at goal on this occasion.

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