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Sebastian Berhalter was blown away by one thing before he even kicked a ball for Boro

Sebastian Berhalter has quickly made himself at home at Middlesbrough after his summer move from Vancouver Whitecaps…

By Dominic Shaw · The Northern Echo

Published: Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Sebastian Berhalter was blown away by the energy and buzz around Middlesbrough before officially joining the club.
The 25-year-old midfielder signed from Vancouver Whitecaps in the summer to help replace Hayden Hackney.
Berhalter has scored three goals and provided two assists in 15 league matches for Kim Hellberg's side.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Middlesbrough midfielder Sebastian Berhalter revealed he was blown away by the energetic buzz around the club and town before even signing. Joining from Vancouver Whitecaps during the summer, the 25-year-old stepped in to replace Hayden Hackney and quickly established himself under manager Kim Hellberg, scoring three goals and registering two assists across 15 Championship appearances.

Berhalter also reflected on the intensity of English soccer and shared his gratitude for departing US national team manager Mauricio Pochettino, who is leaving to manage Manchester United.

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