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‘Up the Boro’ – Hellberg feels the love as leader

Head coach Kim Hellberg says he knows just how special Middlesbrough is as the club celebrates its 150th anniversary.

BBC Sport

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 1:57 PM

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Head coach Kim Hellberg expressed pride and gratitude for leading Middlesbrough ahead of their 150th anniversary fixture.
Middlesbrough will host Wolves at a sold-out Riverside Stadium to celebrate the club's milestone.
The club currently sits in third place in the Championship after eight matches.

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Middlesbrough head coach Kim Hellberg described managing the club as a privilege and highlighted the strong community support on Teesside. Speaking ahead of Middlesbrough's 150th anniversary fixture against Wolves at the Riverside Stadium, Hellberg reflected on his strong bond with fans and the energy their passion provides him.

Middlesbrough currently sit third in the Championship after eight games following previous play-off disappointment. Hellberg credited the team's strong form to collective unity across the club, expressing his ultimate ambition to guide Middlesbrough back to the Premier League.

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‘Up the Boro’ – Hellberg feels the love as leader

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