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Kim Hellberg admits logistical challenge as Middlesbrough’s Watford trip quickly follows Wrexham

Kim Hellberg previews Middlesbrough's clash with Watford, with limited preparation time…

By Craig Johns · Gazette Live

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Middlesbrough faces significant logistical and recovery challenges traveling to Watford quickly after losing to Wrexham.
Boro canceled a dedicated pre-match press conference due to tight travel constraints ahead of the Watford fixture.
Head coach Hellberg emphasized balancing team selection to ensure sufficient energy following consecutive away trips.

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Middlesbrough faces a quick logistical turnaround as they prepare to visit Watford at Vicarage Road following a league defeat against Wrexham. The tight schedule led Boro to forgo a separate pre-match press conference, with head coach Hellberg addressing the upcoming fixture immediately after the Wrexham game due to severe travel and preparation constraints.

Hellberg noted that the squad will focus on rest and recovery before holding a brief training session on Friday. Boro remains top of the Championship table and aims to manage player energy effectively to secure a positive result against a strong Watford side.

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Kim Hellberg admits logistical challenge as Middlesbrough’s Watford trip quickly follows Wrexham

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