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Boss gets players backing - Arca

Middlesbrough midfielder Julio Arca claims that boss Gareth Southgate has the full support of the dressing room.

Striker's future in balance

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has told striker Marlon King that if he does well enough for the club he has a future at Boro.

Defender exit looms

Following on from Stewart Downing and David Wheater, Robert Huth is the latest player to be linked with a move away from Middlesbrough.

Pogatez slams lack of quality

Emmanuel Pogatez has pointed to Middlesbrough's failure to replace their quality players as the reasons why they're facing relegation.

Downing's player plea

Middlesbrough's England star Stewart Downing has called on the side to emulate Portsmouth in their battle against the drop.

Midfielder ponders future

Midfielder Mohamed Shawky says he has not opened talks with Zamalek about a move but admits he is not happy at Middlesbrough.

Pogatetz drops future bombshell

Emanuel Pogatetz has already said he will aim to leave Boro if they are relegated, while Jeremie Aliadiere has been linked with a move.

Gibson expected Boro to 'move forward'

Chairman Steve Gibson says Middlesbrough's relegation battle has shocked him as he expected the club to 'move forward' this season.

Chairman suffering same as fans

Middlebrough chairman Steve Gibson says he shares the fans' pain as the fight for Premiership survival continues.

Fans urged to back stars

Middlesbrough's England star Stewart Downing has called on the club's fans to give them their backing in the fight against the drop.

Gibbo on Gareth's future

Gareth Southgate's position as manager of Middlesbrough is safe from the axe for now, according to chairman Steve Gibson.

Dgard stays positive

Middlesbrough's French ace Didier Digard says he is not thinking about leaving in the summer and believes they wont be relegated.

We will pass to the end - Southgate

Gareth Southgate says Middlesbrough will continue to play a passing game in their uphill battle to avoid relegation this season.

Boro chief is in defiant mood

Gareth Southgate has told Middlesbrough's boo-boys he can take their abuse and vowed to keep fighting to ensure the club stays up.

Southgate confident of Boro survival

Gareth Southgate says Middlesbrough can still stay in the Premier League despite yesterday's 1-0 defeat at Stoke.

Defeats leave duo in the mire

Defeats for Middlesbrough and Newcastle on Saturday leave the north-east duo in the bottom three as the relegation fight intensifies.

Boss feels Tuncay leads the way

Gareth Southgate has told his Middlesbrough players to follow Tuncay Sanli's example and start to fight their way out of trouble.

Boro pair in race to face Potters

Gary O'Neil is fit but skipper Emanuel Pogatetz and Jeremie Aliadiere face late fitness tests ahead of Middlesbrough's trip to Stoke.

Winger waits on future

Middlesbrough winger Stewart Downing has put any thoughts of a move away from the club on hold until the summer.

Downing's survival hopes

Middlesbrough's England winger Stewart Downing says the club received a psychological boost from their late leveller with Portsmouth.

Boro ready for run in

Coach Steve Agnew has claimed the run in holds no fears for Middlesbrough and that they are ready for anything.

Boro star linked with exit

Middlesbrough face a battle to keep hold of injury plagued Mathew Bates in the summer with Everton said to be interested.

Defender to play his way to Boro deal

Full-back Tony McMahon is aiming to prove he is worthy of a new contract at Middlesbrough by impressing on the field in the run-in.

No Boro Brazilian for Benfica

Benfica have moved to scotch reports that they are preparing a £10million swoop for Middlesbrough striker Afonso Alves.

Players response pleases Boro chief

Gareth Southgate said Matthew Bates' red card was a 'strange decision' but felt it helped spark his Boro side into securing a point.

Duo pile on problems for Boro boss

Gareth Southgate is facing up to being without the injured Gary O'Neil and suspended Matthew Bates for Boro's massive game at Stoke.

Southgate urges faithful to stay united

Boss Gareth Southgate has urged the Middlesbrough faithful to get behind the side after a chorus of boos during the Portsmouth game.

Bates stalling over new contract

Matthew Bates says he will put his contract talks on hold at the Riverside until Middlesbrough secure their top flight survival.

Jones keeps boss' faith

Gareth Southgate is set to keep faith with Brad Jones despite his error at Everton but Justin Hoyte is a doubt to face Portsmouth.

Eagles offer too tempting

Middlesbrough have reportedly informed Alfonso Alves of Benfica's interest and he has confirmed that he would love to join them.

Defender struggles for fitness

Middlesbrough look likely to be without Justin Hoyte for the relegation six-pointer with Portsmouth on Saturday.

O'Neill ready for Pompey

Middlesbrough midfielder Gary O'Neil has told Portsmouth to prepare for a fight when the two sides meet at the weekend.

Benfica eye big-money Boro swoop

Portuguese giants Benfica are reportedly looking to offer Middlesbrough £10million to end striker Afonso Alves' Riverside nightmare.

Boro stopper in race to face Pompey

Right-back Justin Hoyte is battling to overcome a groin strain in time for Middlesbrough's relegation six-pointer against Portsmouth.

Grounds back to join safety mission

Middlesbrough have recalled defender Jonathan Grounds from his loan spell at Norwich to help boost their Premier League survival fight.

Southgate hails O'Neil's 'tremendous' attitude

Gareth Southgate has hailed the 'tremendous' reaction from Gary O'Neil after Middlesbrough refused him permission to rejoin Portsmouth.

Season KO for Boro star

Middlesbrough have been hit with a blow as French midfielder Didier Digard has ruled himself out for the remainder of the season.

Boss laments Cup defeat

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate claims the side could not handle the pressure against Everton in the FA Cup defeat.

Take a leaf out of Toffees' book - Southgate

Gareth Southgate has urged his Middlesbrough players to take a leaf out of FA Cup opponents Everton's book and tighten up at the back.

No Toffees time for Boro ace

Robert Huth is likely to be axed from Middlesbrough's side for the FA Cup sixth-round trip to Everton with Andrew Taylor set to start.

Boro look for Cup help

Gareth Southgate feels Middlesbrough's FA Cup run could provide the boost they need to help avoid relegation.

No injury for defender

Gareth Southgate has confirmed there was no injury to Robert Huth at Spurs on Wednesday and he was taken off for tactical reasons.

Southgate wary of Spurs threat

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate says he will not be fooled by Harry Redknapp's claims his squad are tired and depleted.

Fitness boost for Boro

Middlesbrough striker Jeremie Aliadiere will be fit to play against Spurs despite picking up a knock in the win over Liverpool.

Belief grows in camp

Middlesbrough striker Jeremie Aliadiere believes the spirit in the side is what has given them a fighting chance of staying up.

Juve plot £15m raid

Juventus are the latest club to be linked with a move for Middlesbrough's winger Stewart Downing and are prepared to pay £15m for him.

Southgate wants to build on Reds shocker

Gareth Southgate has urged his Middlesbrough players to keep their good run going and drag more teams into the relegation dog fight.

Scary stoppers can keep us up - Southgate

Gareth Southgate believes that 'ugly' central defensive duo Robert Huth and David Wheater are crucial to Middlesbrough's survival bid.

Southgate eyes Reds win boost

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate feels his side has both the fight and the quality to stay in the Premier League.

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