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S'oton win in extra-time to reach playoff final

Shea Charles struck a fortuitous extra-time winner as Southampton ensured the 'spygate' scandal will rumble on by booking their place in the Championship play-off final with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Middlesbrough.
May 13, 2026, 03:38 am - PA

Match Timeline

Southampton
Middlesbrough
  • KO
  • 5
  • 13
  • 37
  • 38
  • 45+1
  • HT
  • 56
  • 66
  • 73
  • 78
  • 83
  • 84
  • 85
  • FT
  • 92
  • 105+1
  • 105
  • 116
  • 119
  • 119
  • 119
  • 120+3
  • 120+6
  • AET

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Southampton 2, Middlesbrough 1.
120'+7'
Second Half Extra Time ends, Southampton 2, Middlesbrough 1.
120'+6'
Attempt missed. Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the right. Assisted by Adilson Malanda following a set piece situation.
Match Stats
SOUMID
Possession
59.5%
40.559.5
40.5%
Shots on Goal
7
3
Shot Attempts
20
19
Yellow Cards
4
4
Corner Kicks
11
5
Saves
2
4
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