MIDDLESBROUGH, England (Interstat) — Two of the EFL Championship’s hottest teams will clash Saturday when Middlesbrough hosts Norwich City at Riverside Stadium.

Middlesbrough, soaring on a wave of dominant home performances, faces a Norwich side riding a three-match winning streak in a pivotal league matchup.

The hosts enter in formidable form, particularly at home. In their last outing at Riverside on Jan. 24, Middlesbrough delivered a crushing 4-0 victory over Preston North End. This followed a 4-0 road win at Southampton on Jan. 4, part of a run where ’Brough has won four of its last five league matches. Their attack has been potent, scoring three or more goals in three of those five contests.

Norwich arrives with momentum of its own. The Canaries secured a 2-1 home win over Coventry City on Monday, following a stunning 5-0 away victory at West Brom Albion on Jan. 20. Their current three-game winning streak has propelled them up the table, showcasing an attack that has netted nine times in that span.

Statistical models heavily favor the home side. Interstat’s ELO system projects Middlesbrough with a 79.30% probability to win. The organization’s game simulator predicts a 2-1 final score in favor of Middlesbrough.

A key tactical battle will unfold in midfield, where both teams have controlled matches during their recent successes. Middlesbrough’s ability to translate home pressure into goals will be tested by a Norwich defense that has shown vulnerability on the road earlier in the season, but appears more resilient during its current run.

The result could have significant implications for the promotion playoff picture. Following this match, Middlesbrough faces a challenging stretch with consecutive away games at Sheffield United and Coventry City in February. Norwich’s schedule remains congested, with a home FA Cup tie against West Brom Albion on Feb. 14 preceding a crucial league slate.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. local time at Riverside Stadium.