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Rangers loanee’s secret goal vs Premier League side revealed amid Ibrox return rumours – report

Connor Barron's stay with Middlesbrough may soon turn into a success story despite rumours of an early return to Rangers. The Bears allowed the midfielder to jo…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 6:40 PM
Rangers loanee’s secret goal vs Premier League side revealed amid Ibrox return rumours – report
Key Things to Know
  • Connor Barron scored for Middlesbrough in a friendly before managing a goal for parent club Rangers.
  • Barron netted the only goal in Middlesbrough's 1-0 behind-closed-doors friendly win against Newcastle United.
  • The 24-year-old midfielder is on a season-long loan at Middlesbrough from Scottish Premiership side Rangers.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Connor Barron has scored for Middlesbrough before doing so for Rangers after netting the winner in a 1-0 behind-closed-doors friendly against Newcastle United. The 24-year-old midfielder, currently on a season-long loan from Rangers, achieved the feat despite having not yet played a competitive minute for the EFL Championship club.

Barron faced early struggles breaking into Kim Hellberg's squads, prompting speculation regarding a potential January recall by Rangers. However, he has made Boro's last three matchday squads following the international break, earning praise from Hellberg for his exceptional training ground work ethic.

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