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Middlesbrough Stuns QPR 3-1, Hellberg Hails 'Unbelievable' First Half
14 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Middlesbrough secured a 3-1 victory against Queens Park Rangers.
- Head coach Kim Hellberg celebrated his fourth consecutive win.
- Hellberg praised the team's 'unbelievable' first-half performance.
Middlesbrough secured a commanding 3-1 victory against Queens Park Rangers at the Riverside Stadium. This win marks the fourth consecutive triumph for head coach Kim Hellberg since his permanent appointment, showcasing a strong start to his tenure on Teesside. The team's performance has established a comfortable seven-point cushion above the play-off places.
The decisive action largely occurred in the first half, with goals from David Strelec and Morgan Whittaker setting a strong foundation. Tommy Conway added a third goal after the interval to seal the win. Hellberg expressed immense satisfaction with the team's overall performance.
Reflecting on the match, Hellberg particularly enthused about the first half, describing it as "unbelievable" and a testament to his players' exceptional quality. He acknowledged the challenge of maintaining such high standards for the full 90 minutes but was clearly thrilled with the team's "top level" display during the initial period.
