Will Middlesbrough’s run of luck end when they host Bolton Wanderers on Saturday?

Most BetUS Sportsbook sports bettors are at a loss to explain how a club like Middlesbrough can occupy a berth in the League’s top ten but as that is exactly where a lucky Mbrough sits, sharing in the Premiership spoils, the sports betting market on their upcoming Premiership fixture against a less fortunate Bolton Wanderers is priced accordingly.

Mbrough’s run of luck continued when they drew at Everton 1:1. They were not the better side though they led from the eighth minute and were lucky to walk away with the 1 point. Currently ranked eighth in the League, Mbrough is undefeated in their last five matches and enters Saturday’s meeting in high spirits.

Soccer Betting Line:

Middlesbrough FC -½ -115 -115 2½ O +120 U -140 Draw +240

Bolton Wanderers +½ -105 +325 2½ O +120 U -140 Draw +240

Match Time: 11:00 AM Eastern Time, Saturday November 22, 2008

Soccer Betting Analysis:

Middlesbrough FC -115: Their recent undefeated run in their last five matches would appear to make them a strong favourite for the win in this matchup – the odds makers seem to think so. However, their home record is not as encouraging with them going 3-1-2 in their last five. Granted, their worst home loss was to Chelsea FC when they received a 5:0 drubbing but they also lost to currently the worst team in the League – West Bromwich Albion beat them 1:0.

Bolton Wanderers +325: Bolton Wanderers are coming off of a loss in their last Premiership fixture but as they were headed to Liverpool FC, their loss was to be expected. Credit must be given to the Wanderers because they gave the visitors a good run for their money –even though the score appeared to be a convincing 2:0 victory for the Reds.

Soccer Betting Verdict: Bolton Wanderers have a physical attacking approach to their game – one Liverpool did not enjoy so much and one that should not suit Middlesbrough either. Prior to their loss at home, Bolton had enjoyed back-to-back wins against Hull City and Man City. Should they sweep aside their unsurprising loss to Liverpool FC they would have a good chance to bounce back against Mbrough. At +325, they are a value bet to accomplish what Mbrough has avoided in their last six – a loss.

Soccer Free Picks: Bolton Wanderers +325 | Under 2.5 goals -140

Nila Amerova is a freelance sports writer and regular contributor to the BetUS.com Locker Room