Aitor Karanka
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka satisfied with league position
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka says that he is pleased that his side are in third place in the Championship with three matches remaining.
Apr 15, 00:29
Middlesbrough hold on to beat Wolverhampton Wanderers
Promotion hopefuls Middlesbrough hold on to secure a 2-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Riverside in the Championship.
Apr 14, 21:44
Half-Time Report: Middlesbrough in control against Wolverhampton Wanderers
Early goals from Patrick Bamford and Jelle Vossen give Middlesbrough a 2-0 lead over Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Championship.
Apr 14, 20:36
Team News: Three changes for Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wolverhampton Wanderers make three changes for their trip to the Riverside to face Middlesbrough in the Championship.
Apr 14, 19:36
Aitor Karanka: 'Pressure is on teams above us'
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka believes that the pressure is on the sides above them in the Championship, as the promotion race draws to a close.
Apr 14, 09:41
Aitor Karanka: 'Playoff place would still be a success'
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka is adamant that his side's season would not be deemed a failure if they miss out on automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Apr 13, 16:30
Preview: Middlesbrough vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers
Sports Mole previews the Championship fixture at the Riverside Stadium between Middlesbrough and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Apr 13, 15:49
Preview: Leeds United vs. Norwich City
Sports Mole takes a closer look at both sides ahead of Tuesday's Championship clash between Leeds United and Norwich City.
Apr 13, 14:33
Aitor Karanka: 'Goal difference could be crucial'
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka insists that his team can't afford to be wasteful in front of goal because of the importance of goal difference in the promotion race.
Apr 13, 14:30
Aitor Karanka wary of Wolverhampton Wanderers forwards
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka acknowledges that his side have to be at their best at the back to cope with the attacking threat of Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Apr 13, 13:31
Aitor Karanka: 'We have to retain our focus'
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka is adamant that his team have to win their remaining four games in the Championship to secure automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Apr 12, 02:12
Lee Tomlin and Patrick Bamford on target for Middlesbrough
Goals from Lee Tomlin and Patrick Bamford give Middlesbrough a 2-0 win against Rotherham United.
Apr 11, 17:01
Half-Time Report: Rotherham United hanging on at the Riverside
Middlesbrough and Rotherham United go in goalless at half time at the Riverside Stadium.
Apr 11, 15:54
Team News: Grant Leadbitter misses out for Middlesbrough
Aitor Karanka is without midfielder Grant Leadbitter for Middlesbrough's Championship fixture with Rotherham United.
Apr 11, 14:33
Preview: Middlesbrough vs. Rotherham United
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Middlesbrough and Rotherham United.
Apr 10, 00:57
Aitor Karanka: 'Middlesbrough will keep fighting'
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka says that his side will "keep fighting" for promotion to the Premier League despite losing to Watford in the Championship.
Apr 6, 15:58
Live Commentary: Watford 2-0 Middlesbrough - as it happened
Relive Watford's impressive 2-0 win over Middlesbrough that sent them to the top of the Championship with Sports Mole's live text updates.
Apr 6, 12:01
Team News: Three changes for Watford, Middlesbrough
Watford and Middlesbrough both make three changes to their teams for this afternoon's Championship clash at Vicarage Road.
Apr 6, 11:53
Aitor Karanka eyes victory over Watford
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka says that he expected Watford to be challenging for promotion as the two teams prepare to meet at Vicarage Road.
Apr 5, 22:22
Report: Liverpool, Manchester City eye Ben Gibson
Liverpool and Manchester City are reportedly plotting summer moves for Middlesbrough defender Ben Gibson.
Apr 5, 12:00
Preview: Watford vs. Middlesbrough
Sports Mole casts its eye forward to preview Easter Monday's big Championship match between promotion-chasing duo Watford and Middlesbrough.
Apr 4, 19:20
Malky Mackay: 'I couldn't have asked for more from Wigan Athletic players'
Wigan Athletic manager Malky Mackay expresses his disappointment at his side's 1-0 defeat against Middlesbrough, claiming that his players did their best on the pitch.
Apr 3, 18:41
Aitor Karanka pleased with Middlesbrough fighting spirit
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka praises the fighting spirit of his side after they beat Wigan Athletic 1-0 to move top of the Championship.
Apr 3, 18:20
Patrick Bamford strike sends Middlesbrough top of the Championship
Middlesbrough move two points clear at the top of the Championship with a 1-0 win over struggling Wigan Athletic at the Riverside Stadium.
Apr 3, 16:54
Half-Time Report: Patrick Bamford strike gives Middlesbrough lead against Wigan Athletic
Patrick Bamford's deflected strike gives promotion-chasing Middlesbrough the lead against Wigan Athletic at the break in their Championship clash at the Riverside Stadium.
Apr 3, 15:50
Aitor Karanka urges focus from Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka urges focus from his squad as they look to close in on automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Apr 3, 14:55
Team News: Jonathan Woodgate, Jelle Vossen return for Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka brings Jonathan Woodgate and Jelle Vossen back into the side for the visit of Championship strugglers Wigan Athletic.
Apr 3, 14:40
Live Commentary: Middlesbrough 1-0 Wigan Athletic - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Middlesbrough's crucial 1-0 victory over Wigan Athletic at the Riverside Stadium.
Apr 3, 14:30
Aitor Karanka: 'No decision on Jelle Vossen future'
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka reveals that no decision will be made regarding the future of Jelle Vossen until the end of the season.
Apr 3, 12:27
Preview: Middlesbrough vs. Wigan Athletic
Sports Mole previews Good Friday's Championship meeting between promotion-chasing Middlesbrough and relegation-threatened Wigan Athletic at the Riverside.
Apr 1, 20:50
Craig Hignett reveals Aitor Karanka fallout at Middlesbrough
Former Middlesbrough assistant Craig Hignett reveals that he left the position after falling out with head coach Aitor Karanka.
Apr 1, 18:23
Report: Aitor Karanka to be offered new deal at Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka will reportedly be offered a new contract by the club even if they fail to gain promotion to the Premier League.
Apr 1, 09:28
Dwight Tiendalli joins Middlesbrough on emergency loan from Swansea City
Swansea City defender Dwight Tiendalli joins Middlesbrough on an emergency loan until the end of the season.
Mar 26, 17:08
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka delighted with Fernando Amorebieta capture
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka describes former teammate Fernando Amorebieta as a "very good player" after signing him on loan.
Mar 25, 17:54
James Husband, Fernando Amorebieta complete Fulham, Middlesbrough swap
Middlesbrough James Husband completes a loan move to Fulham, while Fernando Amorebieta joins Boro as part of the deal.
Mar 25, 11:12
Middlesbrough to sign Fulham's Fernando Amorebieta on loan?
Middlesbrough have agreed a deal to sign Fernando Amorebieta on loan from Fulham, with James Husband moving the other way, according to a report.
Mar 23, 12:01
Aitor Karanka hits out at match officials after Bournemouth defeat
Aitor Karanka hits out at the match officials for their role in Middlesbrough's 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth.
Mar 21, 18:07
Live Commentary: Bournemouth 3-0 Middlesbrough - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Bournemouth's straightforward 3-0 victory over Middlesbrough at the Goldsands Stadium.
Mar 21, 11:45
Team News: Middlesbrough make two changes for Bournemouth trip
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka makes two changes to his starting lineup for their match at Bournemouth.
Mar 21, 11:34
Aitor Karanka: 'Bournemouth are best team in Championship'
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka believes that Saturday's opponents Bournemouth are the best team in the Championship.
Mar 21, 11:16
