29/05 - 20:00
Middlesbrough edged out Sunderland, 1x5, on Saturday, on matchday 18. Before this matchday, Sunderland's team came from a defeat, and Middlesbrough's team came from two defeats.
Connor Malley opened the score after 19 minutes. In the 41st minute, Middlesbrough increased their lead with a goal from Jay Wilson.
In an unfortunate moment Oscar Krusnell scored an own goal with 59 minutes on the clock. After 83 minutes, Craig Liddle's team extended their lead with a goal from Stephen Walker. after 84 minutes, Fergus McAughtrie struck for Sunderland, laid on by Sonny Best. Tyrone O´Neill netted the last goal in the final minutes of the game.
After the result Middlesbrough are 8th in the table, with 20 points, while Sunderland sit 11th place, with 10 points. With regard to the next fixture, Middlesbrough's team will play at home against Blackburn Rovers, while Sunderland's team will host Manchester United.
