Middlesbrough, Preston North End

Championship Preston North End 2 Middlesbrough 1 Full time
Middlesbrough's promotion push faltered after they were beaten 2-1 by Preston North End at Deepdale. Stefan Thordarson's solo strike gave the hosts a deserved lead at the break, and they were good value for it. When Delano Burgzorg levelled just after half time, it looked as though the visitors would go on to win the gamne.
Preston North End vs Middlesbrough LIVE: Championship result, final score and reaction
Follow live coverage as Preston North End face Middlesbrough in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.
Preston North End vs Middlesbrough highlights and reaction after Riis, Burgzorg and Thórdarson goals
Middlesbrough are looking for a second straight Championship victory as they head to Deepdale to take on Preston North End this afternoon.
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As the first half passed the mid way point the improvement from Preston was notable as they grew in confidence and started to ask questions. And, with 28 minutes on the clock, the hosts hit the front.
Pick of the stats: Preston North End v Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough make the trip to Deepdale on Saturday afternoon as they look to strength their position in the playoff spots (15:00 GMT) - here are the stats.
Preview: Preston North End vs. Middlesbrough - prediction, team news, lineups
Preston North End and Middlesbrough will both be targeting back-to-back victories when they face off in Saturday's Championship clash at Deepdale. The hosts got the better of Watford in their midweek outing, while Boro claimed a 2-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion on Tuesday.
Preston North End vs Middlesbrough Prediction: Can the visitors win here?
Preston North End will battle fifth-place Middlesbrough in Deepdale. A successful three-point win for Preston will move them away from the relegation battle awaiting them down the table. While Middlesbrough winning will further give them a chance to finish at the top of the championship.
Match Highlights: Preston North End vs. Middlesbrough
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