Middlesbrough: March 2009 Archives

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A late Ryan Shawcross header was enough to hand Stoke City a crucial three points against fellow strugglers Middlesbrough.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Late drama at the Riverside saw Marlon King salvage a point for 10-man Middlesbrough in their crunch relegation clash with Portsmouth.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Two goals from Aaron Lennon helped Tottenham wrap up a 4-0 win over Middlesbrough at White Hart Lane.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A late Ryan Shawcross header was enough to hand Stoke City a crucial three points against fellow strugglers Middlesbrough.

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

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

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