The Northern Echo's dedicated Middlesbrough FC podcast. Two weekly episodes bringing you the latest news, views, behind the scenes insight and regular special guests.
Boro are back to winning ways! We unpack the 3-1 victory at St Andrew's on Monday night and discuss Kim Hellberg's tactical masterclass, Matt Targett's brace, David Strelec's big goal and Dael Fry's brilliance. We also assess what the win means in the Championship promotion race.
Middlesbrough have picked up just two points from six at home in the last week - so what cost Boro in those games? We assess the draws with Oxford and Leicester and revisit the January transfer window and discuss Boro's decision not to sign a striker. We also look ahead to a crucial week, with a crucial Boro question set to be answered.
Boro's winning run was brought to an end at Coventry last night. We reflect on the 3-1 defeat at the CBS Arena and the talking points to emerge from the game. We discuss the importance of the next week and look ahead to Boro's visit of Oxford United this coming weekend.
What a win and what a performance! We reflect on Boro's success at Sheffield United and what it means in the Championship promotion race. We discuss the big talking points to come out of the game at Bramall Lane. Also on the agenda is Boro's squad selection after the list was confirmed by the EFL. And we look ahead to Monday's huge game at Coventry.
The dust has now settled on the January transfer window, so we reflect on Boro's business and some of the deals that didn't happen. We discuss Kim Hellberg's Rockliffe press conference and look ahead to Monday's trip to Sheffield United.
We're into the final days of the January transfer window, so what we can we expect at Boro before Monday evening's deadline? We discuss the arrival of Jeremy Sarmiento, Boro's efforts to strengthen their forward line and the exits that will be sanctioned. We also reflect on the win over Preston and preview the visit of Norwich City.
We bring you the latest on Delano Burgzorg and Jeremy Sarmiento in the latest You Are My Boro - and discuss Middlesbrough's next move in the January transfer window. Dom and Scott also reflect on the West Brom win and the big talking points to emerge from the Hawthorns, and look ahead to the trip to Stoke.
Middlesbrough are off the mark for January after last week's arrival of Leo Castledine - and he'll soon be joined by Finley Munroe. Then what? We bring you the latest on Jeremy Sarmiento and Boro's efforts to further strengthen their squad. And there's the latest on outs as well, with Lukas Engel set to depart on a permanent deal. We also discuss Michael Carrick's Manchester United appointment and preview Friday night's trip to West Brom.
Back to winning ways! We reflect on Boro's thumping victory over Southampton at the weekend which moved Kim Hellberg's side back into the top two. We discuss the latest on the injury front after Alfie Jones had surgery this week. And we talk transfers, bringing you the latest on Jeremy Sarmiento, Boro's priorities and potential exits this month.
What a difference a week makes. Last time we recorded, Boro had suffered their first defeat under Kim Hellberg but there was still plenty of optimism. But no goals and one point from the two home games that followed was a disappointing Christmas return. We reflect on the Blackburn and Hull games and assess the issues Kim Hellberg must resolve. We also talk injuries after the latest defensive setbacks and look ahead to the New Year's Day trip to Derby.
Kim Hellberg suffered his first defeat as Middlesbrough boss at Bristol City - but there's still a lot to be positive about on Teesside. We reflect on the loss at Ashton Gate and discuss what BBC Tees' Mark Drury describes as Boro's "best chance in a decade" to win promotion. What does that mean for how the promotion chasers will approach the January transfer window? We also discuss Sol Brynn's new deal and Sverre Nypan's situation.
It's four wins out of four for Kim Hellberg as Boro boss. We reflect on the brilliant performance and victory over QPR and look ahead to the weekend trip to Bristol City. And we talk at length about Matt Targett's situation after Eddie Howe admitted this week Newcastle could consider recalling the left-back in January. We also talk Adilson Malanda after speaking to the defender at Boro's Christmas party event at the Riverside this week.
Three wins from three - Kim Hellberg has made a dream start to life as Middlesbrough head coach. Rob Edwards' decision to leave looks like it was a blessing in disguise for Boro. Dom is joined by BBC Tees' Rob Law to reflect on the wins over Hull City and Charlton and the big talking points, including Alex Gilbert's selection and performances. We also discuss the defence and the brilliance of Alfie Jones and Callum Brittain, and look ahead to the weekend visit of QPR.
Kim Hellberg is off and running as Middlesbrough head coach! We reflect on Hellberg's winning start against Derby and the big talking points to emerge from the game. We discuss the defensive injury situation and look ahead to Friday night's trip to Hull City.
We were at Rockliffe on Thursday afternoon for Kim Hellberg's first press conference as Middlesbrough head coach. We discuss what came out of the press conference, including: How he wants Boro to look but the importance of balance His upbringing and family's plans to move to Teesside in January What he made of the Coventry game and his first training session. We also look ahead to Saturday's game against Derby County.
Kim Hellberg looks set to become Middlesbrough's next head coach. The Hammarby boss emerged as the stand-out frontrunner on Monday, and everything is now on track for him to get the job. We react to the news in our latest episode, discuss what we know about Hellberg and why he was Boro's pick. And we explain how the next week or so is likely to play out.
We went live on Thursday morning to answer your questions on Middlesbrough's search for a new head coach. We react to Rob Edwards' statement after his move to Wolves and assess various potential candidates to take charge at the Riverside.
Rob Edwards is set to be confirmed as the next Wolves head coach. We discuss how things developed behind the scenes at Rockliffe last week, Boro's fury at the situation and the deep disappointment in the stands. And we have an early look ahead at what and who comes next as Boro start their head coach search. Thanks to all of you who subscribed to the Northern Echo over the weekend to read our work.
Rob Edwards has been strongly linked with Wolves since the sacking of Vitor Pereira - so where do things stand? We discuss the events of the last few days, what Edwards has said, what Boro sources are telling us and what happens next. We also reflect on the draw at Leicester and look ahead to the game against Birmingham on Saturday.
We reflect on Middlesbrough's draw with Wrexham in our latest episode and discuss the selection dilemmas facing boss Rob Edwards ahead of this week's trip to Watford. Dom is joined by BBC Tees commentator and reporter Rob Law.
Two wins and three big Middlesbrough winners - we reflect on the victories over Ipswich Town and Sheffield Wednesday. We also talk contracts and preview this weekend's game against Wrexham. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Middlesbrough this week officially unveiled their new club crest - and we love it! We discussed the crest and the work that went into designing it in this week's episode. We also reflect on the Hayden Hackney and Chuba Akpom summer transfer decisions ahead of Boro's game against Ipswich Town. And we discuss the exit of Bailey and Anton Palmer. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
It's the second international break of the season, so we reflect on the campaign so far for Middlesbrough after Rob Edwards' side tasted defeat in the Championship for the first time. We discuss the attack and how Edwards can get the best out of the forward line. We also give our views on the summer signings and have a very early look ahead to the January transfer window. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO HERE FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
We reflect on the draws against Southampton and Stoke in this week's episode of You Are My Boro. Dom Shaw is joined by BBC Tees' Mark Drury and we discuss Rob Edwards' verdict on the Stoke draw, the Tommy Conway penalty incident, defensive injury concerns and attacking selection dilemmas. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO HERE. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
We were delighted to be joined by Middlesbrough head coach Rob Edwards on the latest episode of You Are My Boro. Edwards takes us inside life as Boro's boss, discussing how he's settled on Teesside, how the summer recruitment operation worked, how he balances being a manager and a dad and what it feels like to celebrate in front of the supporters. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO HERE. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Middlesbrough extended their unbeaten start to the Championship season with the 2-2 draw at Preston. Plenty of talking points emerged from the game, including David Strelec's debut, Darragh Lenihan's return and Boro's double show of character. And there was also Rob Edwards' post-match comments on Morgan Whittaker after the forward's second half withdrawal drew ironic cheers from the away end. We discuss all of the above. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Kieran Scott was in the BBC Tees studios this week for an hour-long chat with Mark Drury. So what were the key revelations from the interview with the club's head of football? We discuss what Scott had to say about the summer signings, the exits of Rav van den Berg and Finn Azaz, Rob Edwards, Michael Carrick and the January window. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
We went live on Tuesday morning to recap a busy deadline day for Boro and assess the transfer window in its entirety. We discuss the signings, the exits, Hayden Hackney and realistic ambitions for Rob Edwards' side this season. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
We're into the final days of the summer transfer window - and it promises to be busy and fascinating at the Riverside. Boro are closing in on the signing of Kaly Sene but Finn Azaz is set to complete his move to Southampton. How did that deal come about? What's the latest on Hackney? And where will Boro turn their attention after Sene confirmation? We discuss all the above in our latest episode. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
We talk transfers on the latest episode of You Are My Boro. Sverre Nypan and Adilson Malanda have arrived this week, but what happens next with Finn Azaz? And what's the latest on the Boro transfer front? We also reflect on the win at Millwall and preview this weekend's trip to Norwich City. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Dom Shaw is joined by Rob Law, from BBC Tees, to reflects on Rob Edwards' first two games in charge. Dom and Rob discuss what we learnt from the heavy cup defeat to Doncaster Rovers, how Rav van den Berg will be remembered on Teesside and where new signing Sontje Hansen will fit into the side. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS HERE. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Dom Shaw is joined by Mark Drury from BBC Tees to update on the Boro transfer front. We discuss Hayden Hackney, Rav van den Berg, Chuba Akpom and Boro's transfer priorities and targets. And we also preview the coming Championship season, which gets underway this weekend. Produced by Frank Foster SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS HERE. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Middlesbrough made their third signing of the summer when Callum Brittain's arrival from Blackburn was confirmed on Monday. Dom caught up with Elliott Jackson, Blackburn reporter for the Lancashire Telegraph, to get the Rovers lowdown on Brittain, including: Blackburn frustration at losing star man and 'one of the league's best' Slight surprise there wasn't more competition What Boro can expect of their new right-back SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS HERE FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Middlesbrough kick off their domestic pre-season campaign at Mansfield this weekend. We preview the game and discuss what we'll learn about Boro in the friendly. And we also assess the latest state of play on transfers and where things are at with Callum Brittain, Danny Ings and Hayden Hackney. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS HERE X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Middlesbrough are coming to the end of their pre-season training camp in Portugal and their first domestic friendly is now just a week or so away. But it's still very much a waiting game on several fronts, as we discuss on this week's episode of You Are My Boro. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO AND GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS HERE. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
We answer your Boro questions in the latest episode of You Are My Boro. Issues discussed include transfers, Rob Edwards' formation plan, season tickets and aims for this season. We also reflect on Josh Coburn's Boro interview after speaking to the striker this week, which you can read HERE. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Rob Edwards is Middlesbrough's new head coach and met the media for the first time at Rockliffe on Tuesday afternoon. So what did we learnt from our first sit-down with Boro's new boss? What's his vision for the team? His transfer plans? What's the stand-out Riverside night that stuck with him? And how does he reflect on his difficult end at Luton? Produced by Frank Foster FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Rob Edwards is set to be appointed as Middlesbrough's new head coach. In our latest episode, we discuss why Boro chose the former Luton manager, and what we can expect of the 42-year-old at the Riverside. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO OUR BORO CONTENT. FULL DETAILS HERE FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
It's almost a week since Michael Carrick's Middlesbrough exit, so what do we know about where things stand with the search for Middlesbrough's next head coach? We assess the candidates who are jostling for position and what they'd bring should they get the nod. How will the next few days play out at the Riverside? What are Boro officials looking for from the next head coach? And is the fact rivals are also on the lookout for a new boss a complicating factor? TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO OUR BORO CONTENT. DETAILS HERE. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Middlesbrough are looking for a new head coach after the dismissal of Michael Carrick. What led to the exit of Carrick? Was it a surprise? Was it the right decision? What happens next? Who are the likely candidates? We assess all of the above in our emergency You Are My Boro episode. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
To add salt to the wound of Middlesbrough's season, Sunderland won at Wembley secure promotion to the Premier League. But what can Boro learn from the Black Cats? We assess Finn Azaz's situation on the back of fresh transfer links with Leeds United, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth. And we discuss Riley McGree after the midfielder's comments in Australia this week. SPECIAL OFFER: Subscribe to the Northern Echo for just £3 for three months to get full access to all of our Boro content HERE. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
A couple of weeks have now passed since the end of the Championship season, so what happens next at Middlesbrough? We assess the big decisions facing Boro after the disappointing season, as club bosses carry out a review to determine what went wrong. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Hit, miss or maybe? We give our verdict on every single Boro player this season. And we run through the various departments in the squad and assess what might happen this summer as we discuss Boro's transfer priorities. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Boro's disappointing Championship season came to an end with their 2-0 loss at Coventry on the final day. It meant Michael Carrick's side finished 10th and missed out on the top six by four points. So, what happens next? Boro bosses are now conducting what has been described as a thorough review into the season. What will come of it? What does the future hold for Carrick? And if he stays, what does the head coach have to learn from this season? FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Here we go, then... Coventry vs Middlesbrough. The decider. Boro need to win at the CBS Arena on Saturday, so can they? Will they? We're joined by Coventry Live's Sky Blues correspondent Andy Turner for our special preview episode. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
And so it goes to the final day. Boro need a win at Coventry and favours elsewhere...have they got it in them? We look back on the disappointing draw with Norwich and discuss the talking points to emerge from the game, including the underwhelming display, Ben Doak's farewell and Jonny Howson's future. Produced by Frank Foster. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Boro Bingo - part two! The same old issues cost Middlesbrough at Sheffield Wednesday on Monday, when Michael Carrick's side could - should - have moved into the top six. So where does it leave Boro with two games to play? We reflect on the game and the main talking points to emerge, including the question Carrick didn't like but was perfectly valid and fair. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
It was 'Boro Bingo' at Millwall as the flaws of Michael Carrick's side were again exposed. And the defeat leaves them playing catch-up in the race for the top six. Are four wins now needed? Can they get them? Produced by Frank Foster. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Boro vs Leeds - a huge game for both sides at the top of the Championship. We preview Tuesday night's game and assess the form and talking points surrounding both clubs. We reflect on the Blackburn win on Friday night and Jonny Howson and Tommy Conway. And make our fresh top six picks with six games to play. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
Boro head for Blackburn on Friday night knowing a win will lift them to fifth in the Championship table. So is it time to start believing again? We assess the play-off and promotion hopes of Boro and their rivals. And discuss Michael Carrick's dilemma at the back after Rav van den Berg's return to fitness. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
With the international break coming to an end, we preview Middlesbrough's final eight games and run through our predictions. Will our final points tally be enough to get Boro into the top six? We also discuss Hayden Hackney after his goal for England's Under-21s and Ben Doak's situation after his surgery on a thigh injury. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social
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