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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F13%2Froberto-firmino.jpg "Roberto Firmino in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Everton on April 1, 2017")
Team News: Roberto Firmino fit to start for Liverpool
Roberto Firmino is passed fit to start for Liverpool as they welcome Middlesbrough.May 21, 13:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fjurgen-klopp.jpg "A delighted Jurgen Klopp after the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool on April 16, 2017")
Preview:Liverpool vs. Middlesbrough
Sports Mole previews the Premier League encounter between Liverpool and Middlesbrough.May 19, 13:58
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fpatrick-bamford.jpg "A downbeat Patrick Bamford after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017")
Patrick Bamford understands Middlesbrough fan anger
Middlesbrough striker Patrick Bamford admits that anger among the club's supporters is understandable following the team's poor season.May 14, 12:13
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F12%2Fsteve-agnew.jpg "Steve Agnew on the touchline during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Manchester United on March 19, 2017")
Steve Agnew understands Middlesbrough fans' frustrations
Steve Agnew insists that he has "every faith" Middlesbrough will return to the top flight, but is aware that supporters have been left incredibly frustrated this term.May 13, 18:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F03%2Fjay-rodriguez.jpg "Jay Rodriguez grabs his side's second during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017")
Jay Rodriguez, Nathan Redmond inspire Southampton to victory at Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough are beaten in their final home game of the season as Southampton claim a 2-1 win in Saturday's Premier League clash at the Riverside Stadium.May 13, 16:05
Team News: Charlie Austin, Matt Targett on bench for much-changed Southampton
Charlie Austin and Matt Targett return to the Southampton squad for their trip to Middlesbrough.May 13, 13:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fsam-mcqueen-cristhian-stuani.jpg "Sam McQueen and Cristhian Stuani in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Middlesbrough on December 11, 2016")
Live Commentary: Middlesbrough 1-2 Southampton - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's text coverage of Southampton's 2-1 win over relegated Middlesbrough in Saturday's Premier League encounter at the Riverside Stadium.May 13, 12:58
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka_1.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Jose Mourinho: 'I know names of players who got Aitor Karanka sacked'
Jose Mourinho suggests that player power was behind Middlesbrough's sacking of Aitor Karanka, who he believes deserved to remain in charge for longer.Mar 17, 20:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Aitor Karanka wants "18 fighters" in his Middlesbrough squad
Aitor Karanka hints that he left Stewart Downing and Patrick Bamford out of Middlesbrough's squad to face Manchester City because they lacked the fighting spirit.Mar 11, 21:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka-pep-guardiola.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka on the touchline with Pep Guardiola during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews Saturday lunchtime's FA Cup quarter-final tie between Middlesbrough and Manchester City at the Riverside Stadium.Mar 9, 18:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fharry-kane.jpg "Harry Kane celebrates scoring for Spurs on September 18, 2016")
Harry Kane fires Tottenham Hotspur past Middlesbrough
Harry Kane scores the only goal of the game as Tottenham Hotspur beat Middlesbrough 1-0 to close the gap on leaders Chelsea to nine points.Feb 4, 19:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Patrick Bamford reveals spat with Burnley boss Sean Dyche
Patrick Bamford reveals that he clashed with Sean Dyche while on loan at Burnley.Feb 2, 19:33
Aitor Karanka: 'I never considered leaving Middlesbrough'
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka insists that he never considered leaving his post despite being frustrated by the club's transfer activity.Feb 2, 14:20
Team News: Patrick Bamford on bench for Middlesbrough
Patrick Bamford begins Middlesbrough's clash against West Ham United on the bench following his move from Chelsea.Jan 21, 14:07
Patrick Bamford: "My dream was to play for Chelsea"
New Middlesbrough signing Patrick Bamford admits that he has an unfulfilled "dream" to play for old club Chelsea.Jan 19, 19:19
Aitor Karanka: 'Adama Traore must keep focus'
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka warns Adama Traore that a future move to a big club could break down unless he stays focused.Jan 19, 16:03
Aitor Karanka hints at further Middlesbrough signings
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka insists that the club are working on more new signings following the arrival of Patrick Bamford on a four-and-a-half-year deal.Jan 19, 13:37
Middlesbrough complete permanent signing of Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford
Middlesbrough complete the permanent signing of Chelsea striker and former Riverside loanee Patrick Bamford on a four-and-a-half-year deal.Jan 18, 18:09
Patrick Bamford closing in on Middlesbrough move
Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford is close to completing his move to Middlesbrough, which could be worth up to £10m.Jan 17, 22:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fantonio-conte.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
Chelsea considering bid for Middlesbrough winger Adama Traore?
Middlesbrough winger Adama Traore reportedly emerges as a surprise transfer target for Premier League leaders Chelsea.Jan 17, 16:12
Patrick Bamford 'undergoing Middlesbrough medical ahead of £10m move'
Patrick Bamford is to reportedly bring his five-year spell with Chelsea, during which time he has failed to make a single appearance, to an end.Jan 16, 10:57
Patrick Bamford 'too expensive' for Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Paul Lambert rules out a move for Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford.Jan 6, 10:34
Wolverhampton Wanderers interested in Patrick Bamford?
Wolverhampton Wanderers reportedly join the race to sign Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford on loan this month.Jan 5, 19:43
Team News: Sam Vokes starts up front for Burnley
Sam Vokes replaces Andre Gray up front for Burnley as they welcome Watford.Sep 26, 18:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F27%2Flocker-room.jpg "Generic image of a locker room")
Patrick Bamford apologises for Arsenal 'likes'
Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford apologises after appearing to like Arsenal celebratory pictures on Instagram.Sep 26, 12:43
Team News: Jeff Hendrick, Patrick Bamford start on Burnley bench
New signings Jeff Hendrick and Patrick Bamford start Burnley's match against Hull City on the bench.Sep 10, 13:08
Patrick Bamford joins Burnley on season-long loan from Chelsea
Patrick Bamford joins Burnley from Chelsea on a season-long loan.Aug 30, 09:04
Patrick Bamford 'edging close' to Burnley move
Burnley manager Sean Dyche confirms that a loan deal for young Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford is "close" to completion.Aug 27, 17:29
Burnley enter Patrick Bamford race?
Burnley are reportedly interested in a deal for Chelsea's in-demand striker Patrick Bamford.Aug 25, 12:47
Aston Villa to announce new signing on Tuesday
Aston Villa owner Dr Tony Xia confirms that the club will announce its sixth signing of the summer on Tuesday night.Aug 16, 01:29
Aston Villa 'chasing Aron Gunnarsson'
Aston Villa are reportedly considering a bid for Cardiff City and Iceland midfielder Aron Gunnarsson.Aug 12, 23:17
Patrick Bamford "close" to Aston Villa loan move
Aston Villa are reportedly close to the loan capture of Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford.Aug 12, 14:04
Five clubs chasing loan move for Chelsea forward Patrick Bamford?
Five clubs, including Celtic, are reportedly keen on sealing a loan deal for Chelsea for Patrick Bamford.Jul 27, 08:58
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Aston Villa need another striker'
Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo admits that his side need to sign another striker this summer, but also outlines his intention to "trim the squad".Jul 19, 11:43
Rafael Benitez 'prioritises striker' for Newcastle United
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez is reportedly making signing a proven striker his top priority this summer.Jun 9, 08:59
Team News: No Timm Klose for Norwich City in crucial relegation clash against Sunderland
Norwich City are without defender Timm Klose for this afternoon's pivotal Premier League match against Sunderland at Carrow Road.Apr 16, 10:48
Robbie Brady pulls Norwich City out of relegation zone with win over West Brom
Robbie Brady's second-half goal against West Bromwich Albion pulls Norwich City out of the relegation zone in the Premier League.Mar 19, 16:57
Norwich City hold Manchester City to draw at Carrow Road
Manchester City's title hopes suffer a blow as they are held to a goalless draw by Norwich City at Carrow Road.Mar 12, 14:37
Team News: Patrick Bamford gets first Norwich start, still no Raheem Sterling for Man City
Patrick Bamford gets his first start for Norwich City, while Raheem Sterling remains on the bench for Manchester City and Fernando comes in for Yaya Toure.Mar 12, 11:51
Live Commentary: Norwich City 0-0 Manchester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Norwich City's goalless draw with Manchester City in the Premier League.Mar 12, 11:45
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