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Middlesbrough's relegation was confirmed on Monday, their 3-0 defeat to Chelsea ending their season-long stay back in the Premier League. So where did it all go wrong? Here are five reasons why Boro have fallen straight back into the Championship.
1. Sticking with Aitor Karanka for too long...
This relegation will not do much to diminish Steve Gibson's status as one of the best chairmen in the country. In an era when too many clubs are being ruined by owners who either do not care or are simply incompetent, Gibson should be celebrated for rebuilding his hometown side after taking over 31 years ago.