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BBC News
8 hours ago
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Edwards savours 'proud' first win as Boro boss
Middlesbrough head coach Rob Edwards savoured a 'proud' first competitive game in watched his team beat Swansea City at the Riverside to get their Championship campaign off to an ideal start."I loved it." he said. "Really good day for us. [There was] a lot of emotion pouring out at the end because it was a really proud moment for me."You are head coach of Middlesbrough Football Club, my family were all there - it was a big moment for all of us and it couldn't have gone any better." Dael Fry's goal was the difference and Edwards was thrilled by how his side performed. "We would all love it to be 4-0 but the reality is the Championship is tough and a lot of games are going to be fine margins," said the ex-Luton boss."But we came out the right side of it. What I would say on that is that second half, Sol [Brynn] has not had a shot to save."I thought we were comfortable even when they had the ball. In and out of possession, I thought we controlled the game, so [the win is] thoroughly deserved."
BBC News
a day ago
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Sheehan expects 'emotional' start at Boro
Alan Sheehan says Swansea City must contend with opening-day emotion as they begin the new Championship season at Middlesbrough today (15:00 BST).Swansea's visit to Teesside marks the start of a new era for Boro following the summer appointment of Rob Edwards as head former Wales international, who had been out of work since leaving Luton Town in January, took charge on a three-year deal following the dismissal of Michael Swansea, Boro are a club with work to do in the transfer market, with only three signings made so far this Sheehan says his team must be prepared for a buoyant Riverside atmosphere as they look to start 2025-26 on a positive note."We had wonderful momentum last year, when we built good confidence within the group," Sheehan said."We want to be as competitive as we can at Middlesbrough."I think it will be a hard challenge. They have a new manager so it will be an emotional atmosphere at the start."Swansea took 24 points from 13 games under Sheehan following the departure of Luke Williams in fine end to what had been a tricky season was enough to see Sheehan land his first permanent head coach the aim is to improve on last season's 11th-place finish, Swansea's squad looks light in a number of Sheehan has warned that even the recruits who have arrived will need time to get to grips with the Championship."We want to evolve [this season]," he added."But we have new faces in the building so it's how we integrate these players into this system."
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
Middlesbrough vs Swansea City Championship prediction, odds and betting offer
Rob Edwards begins life at Teesside with a home match at Riverside as Middlesbrough welcome Swansea City in the opening weekend of the Championship season The new Championship campaign gets underway at the Riverside on Saturday afternoon as Middlesbrough take on Swansea City. Both clubs are eager to leave behind the frustrations of last season and push for better results in 2025/26. Middlesbrough's previous campaign was marked by inconsistency. Their form tailed off badly towards the end, with just one win and four defeats in their final six games. That late slump saw them finish 10th—just four points adrift of the play-off spots. As a result, Michael Carrick was relieved of his duties, and the club turned to former Luton Town boss Rob Edwards in hopes of bringing a new approach and renewed energy to Teeside. Swansea City ended last season just behind Boro in 11th place, three points off their hosts. Unlike Middlesbrough, the Swans found momentum late on, winning five of their last seven matches and suffering only one defeat in that stretch. In total, they lost just three of their final 13 fixtures. That impressive run convinced the club's hierarchy to give Alan Sheehan his first permanent managerial appointment. Both sides have reason to believe they can improve on last year's mid-table finishes. Boro will be looking for greater consistency under Edwards' guidance, while Swansea hope Sheehan can build on the promising foundations he laid at the end of last season. Saturday's clash offers an early test for two teams with ambitions of challenging further up the table. Middlesbrough vs Swansea City Odds Middlesbrough - Evens Draw - 23/10 Swansea - 13/5 18+ | Gamble responsibly | | Odds subject to change Middlesbrough vs Swansea City Betting Tips Draw at half-time - 6/5 Both teams to score - 4/5 18+ | Gamble responsibly | | Odds subject to change Middlesbrough vs Swansea City Betting Offer If you are on the lookout for the latest free bet offers, then look no further. Here, not only do we bring you numerous free bet offers, but all from the very best betting sites in the industry. Each bookie we recommend is fully licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, so you know you are always betting on a safe and trustworthy site. Check out the Mirror Betting Hubs Free Bets offers here. Gamble responsibly Reach plc is committed to promoting safer gambling. All of our content and recommended bets are advised to those aged 18 or over. Odds are subject to change too. We strongly encourage our readers to only ever bet what they can afford to lose. For more information, please call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or visit
BBC News
2 days ago
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First game a 'pinch-me moment' for Edwards
Middlesbrough head coach Rob Edwards has admitted he is "really excited" to lead out his new side in their opening game of the Championship season when they host Swansea City on Saturday (15:00 BST).Edwards joined Boro on a three-year deal back in June, and told BBC Radio Tees that it will be a proud moment for him to take charge."I am really excited. If somebody had said to me years ago that I'd be the head coach of this club and leading them out, it is a pinch me moment," he said."We want to make it a winning week. There has been a really good blend of clear messages and a fun, relaxed environment this week. "Of course it would be great [to start with a win], but it is the one thing that we can't guarantee. Hopefully we see a really good performance full of hard work."This week the club announced the signing of defender Callum Brittain on a four-year deal and Edwards added: "I think he is a brilliant player, I really do. I think over the past couple of years in this league he has proven to be the most consistent right-back."He has got a brilliant attitude, he has got leadership qualities and has a real appetite to want to join us and play for us." Listen to the full BBC Radio Tees interview with Edwards here via BBC Sounds.
BBC News
2 days ago
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Pick of the stats: Middlesbrough v Swansea City
Rob Edwards makes his league debut as Middlesbrough head coach on Saturday (15:00 BST) as they host Swansea former Luton Town boss was appointed in June following the dismissal of Michael Carrick and will have promotion expectations on his shoulders after the club failed to break into the top six last the Swans will be hoping to reap revenge on the Teesside club for last year's opener, which Boro won with a have won each of their last five home league games against Swansea City, with four of those victories coming via a one-goal City won their last league game against Middlesbrough and will be looking to win successive matches against Boro for the first time since June beat Swansea on MD1 of the last Championship season and will be looking to win back-to-back opening matches of a league season for the first time since have failed to win any of their last four opening day fixtures (D2 L2), with both defeats during that time coming on the road via one-goal Riley McGree has struck three goals across his prior five league appearances against Swansea, his most against any side in the EFL.
