Middlesbrough vs Southampton | 04.01.2026 - Sky Sports
Middlesbrough ended a four-game goal drought in style to move back into the Sky Bet Championship's top two after hammering Southampton 4-0 at the Riverside Stadium.
www.skysports.comHere’s the latest on Southampton vs. Middlesbrough.
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Most recent notable result: Middlesbrough defeated Southampton 4-0 in the Sky Bet Championship on January 4, 2026, at the Riverside Stadium, with goals from Morgan Whittaker (two), Sam Silvera, and Alan Browne. This match helped Boro move into the automatic promotion places and extended Southampton’s winless run in the league.[1][3]
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Context for both clubs: By early January 2026, Middlesbrough were among the top two in the Championship, while Southampton were aiming to bounce back after a difficult run. The result reinforced Boro’s strong home form and left Saints seeking improvement to climb back into playoff contention.[1]
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Other related previews and coverage: A Southampton match preview from September 2025 highlighted the significance of Saints’ home fixture against a then-table-topping Boro side, underlining the significance of early-season clashes for both teams. This provides broader context for recent results and expectations around their meetings.[2]
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