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Bolton Wanderers v Middlesbrough - Sky Bet Championship 2026/27

Lankshear hits double figures as Boro thrash Bolton 5-1 to go top

Middlesbrough striker Will Lankshear bagged a brace to become the first Championship player to reach double figures this season as the Teessiders dismantled Bolton Wanderers 5-1 on Friday. Kim Hellberg's free-scoring visitors produced a dominant display at the Toughsheet Community Stadium to climb to the summit of the second tier.

EXCLUSIVE: Hayden Hackney on Carrick, Spygate & more

Adebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Everton midfielder Hayden Hackney on the Beast Mode On Podcast, with the 24-year-old midfielder opening up on his decision to leave Middlesbrough for the Toffees, his development under Michael Carrick and the crucial advice given to him by new manager David Moyes. Hackney also reveals why he's a fan of Mateo Kovacic, how he grew up idolising Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, what it was like being on the other side of the Southampton Spygate scandal and much more.

Southgate rules out Premier League return after England exit

Former England head coach Sir Gareth Southgate has dismissed the prospect of returning to top-flight club management after stepping away from the international dugout. The 56-year-old tactician has remained out of the game since resigning from his post with the Three Lions following their defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

Birmingham City v Southampton - Sky Bet Championship 2026/27

Eckert hits back at critics after escaping touchline ban for Spygate scandal

Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has broken his silence following the Football Association’s decision regarding the controversial "Spygate" scandal. The 33-year-old German coach has successfully avoided an immediate touchline ban, leaving him free to lead his side in the upcoming high-stakes derby against Portsmouth.

Eckert apologised to Hellberg over spying scandal

Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg has revealed that Southampton boss Tonda Eckert contacted him personally to apologize for the Spygate scandal. The revelation comes after Eckert was handed a suspended six-week ban and a significant fine by the Football Association for his involvement in the spying controversy.

Southampton boss slams 'unheard of' Spygate sanctions

Southampton are bracing for a fresh legal battle this week as coach Tonda Eckert faces a Football Association misconduct hearing following the explosive Spygate scandal. The club is already reeling from historic sanctions that cost them a shot at the Premier League, but the governing body could yet impose further penalties on the individuals involved.

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4	Ballinamallard United	13	6	3	4	20	18	2	21	V N V N D
5	Queen's University	13	6	2	5	22	14	8	20	D N D V D
6	Institute	12	6	2	4	22	17	5	20	V N V D V
7	Newry City AFC	13	5	4	4	20	22	-2	19	D N V D V
8	Warrenpoint Town	12	5	3	4	21	17	4	18	N V N V D

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