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Crucial factor that ensured Neto Borges was able to earn a second chance at Middlesbrough

Neto Borges has enjoyed an excellent season at Middlesbrough so far after returning from a loan at Bristol City…

By Craig Johns · Gazette Live

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Head coach Hellberg credited defender Neto Borges' personality and work ethic for revitalizing his Middlesbrough career.
Borges expected to leave the club following his loan spell at Bristol City last season.
The defender recently scored a last-minute winning goal in a 3-2 victory against Stoke City.

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Middlesbrough head coach Hellberg revealed that defender Neto Borges earned a second chance at the club due to his strong character and professional work ethic. Borges had appeared set to leave after a loan spell at Bristol City last season, but he returned to Middlesbrough with a determined attitude that quickly earned him a regular place in the squad.

Borges recently secured a 3-2 victory over Stoke City with a last-minute winning goal. His resurgence provides Middlesbrough with tactical flexibility at left-back, where he competes against different profiles like Max Arfsten and Sam Byram.

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Crucial factor that ensured Neto Borges was able to earn a second chance at Middlesbrough

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