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‘I had a lot of worries’ – Kim Hellberg Middlesbrough admission and 15-game verdict

The Boro head coach has given his assessment with almost one third of the season played…

By Stuart Jamieson · Gazette Live

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Head coach Kim Hellberg admitted he had early-season worries but is very happy with Middlesbrough's first 15 games.
Hellberg took personal responsibility for a recent 2-0 away defeat against Wrexham.
Boro responded to the Wrexham loss with an improved display in a 0-0 draw against Watford.

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Middlesbrough head coach Kim Hellberg admitted he had significant worries early in the season regarding fitness and squad readiness following a disrupted pre-season. However, reflecting on the opening 15 league matches, Hellberg expressed that he is very happy with his side's progress and style of play as they established themselves among the Championship's promotion contenders.

Despite losing their lead at the top following a 2-0 loss to Wrexham and a goalless draw against Watford, Hellberg praised the team's response. Middlesbrough now enter the international break before facing Bristol City on November 21, with striker Will Lankshear hoping to regain fitness.

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‘I had a lot of worries’ – Kim Hellberg Middlesbrough admission and 15-game verdict

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