Dom Shaw
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#SAFC better in the second half but they couldn't have been any worse after first half horror show. A day to forget. Too many bad individual displays but Le Bris' selection in absence of Xhaka also backfired badly.
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Sunderland mocked by West Ham chant as injury blow leads to horror show
Sunderland lost 3-1 to West Ham United at the London Stadium
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January 24, 2026 at 2:36 PM
#SAFC better in the second half but they couldn't have been any worse after first half horror show. A day to forget. Too many bad individual displays but Le Bris' selection in absence of Xhaka also backfired badly.
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#SAFC had a couple of moments early on but have been awful. Too many basic errors, no control, defended terribly. Several players having shockers. Reinildo lucky not to be sent off. West Ham had only picked up seven points out of a possible 33 at home prior to this game.
January 24, 2026 at 1:21 PM
#SAFC had a couple of moments early on but have been awful. Too many basic errors, no control, defended terribly. Several players having shockers. Reinildo lucky not to be sent off. West Ham had only picked up seven points out of a possible 33 at home prior to this game.
🤕 #SAFC confirm Granit Xhaka ankle injury. Not clear at this stage how long he'll be out
❌Dan Neil also missing from squad today. Minor injury twinned with obvious uncertainty surrounding his future
©️ Trai Hume captain
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❌Dan Neil also missing from squad today. Minor injury twinned with obvious uncertainty surrounding his future
©️ Trai Hume captain
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Sunderland Granit Xhaka injury blow confirmed as official club statement released
Sunderland are without Granit Xhaka for today's game at West Ham, with Dan Neil also missing from the squad
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January 24, 2026 at 11:30 AM
🤕 #SAFC confirm Granit Xhaka ankle injury. Not clear at this stage how long he'll be out
❌Dan Neil also missing from squad today. Minor injury twinned with obvious uncertainty surrounding his future
©️ Trai Hume captain
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❌Dan Neil also missing from squad today. Minor injury twinned with obvious uncertainty surrounding his future
©️ Trai Hume captain
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🎵❤️ Great to hear Steel River is here to stay on a #Boro matchday
🧣 Red Faction: 'From Saturday and moving forward, we'd like all four stands with scarves aloft, belting out this anthem made by one of our own'
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🧣 Red Faction: 'From Saturday and moving forward, we'd like all four stands with scarves aloft, belting out this anthem made by one of our own'
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Middlesbrough confirm Riverside matchday decision as supporters make feelings known
Steel River is here to stay on a Middlesbrough matchday
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January 24, 2026 at 7:06 AM
🎵❤️ Great to hear Steel River is here to stay on a #Boro matchday
🧣 Red Faction: 'From Saturday and moving forward, we'd like all four stands with scarves aloft, belting out this anthem made by one of our own'
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🧣 Red Faction: 'From Saturday and moving forward, we'd like all four stands with scarves aloft, belting out this anthem made by one of our own'
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Regis Le Bris hasn't ruled out a loan move for Chris Rigg in the second half of the season - but says #SAFC are yet to make a definitive decision on the best next step for the teenager.
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Regis Le Bris' 'interesting' response to Sunderland Chris Rigg loan question
Regis Le Bris didn't rule out a loan move for Chris Rigg in the second half of the season - but says Sunderland are yet to make a definitive…
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January 24, 2026 at 6:23 AM
Regis Le Bris hasn't ruled out a loan move for Chris Rigg in the second half of the season - but says #SAFC are yet to make a definitive decision on the best next step for the teenager.
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#Boro will look to put the finishing touches to the signing of Jeremy Sarmiento in the coming days. As reported earlier this week, deal agreed with #BHAFC is £3.2m.
Kim Hellberg says he's anticipating a 'busy' end to window.
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Kim Hellberg says he's anticipating a 'busy' end to window.
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Jeremy Sarmiento latest amid Wrexham talk as Boro boss discusses last week of window
Middlesbrough will put finishing touches to deal for Jeremy Sarmiento over weekend despite suggestions of late Wrexham interest in Brighton winger
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January 23, 2026 at 4:13 PM
#Boro will look to put the finishing touches to the signing of Jeremy Sarmiento in the coming days. As reported earlier this week, deal agreed with #BHAFC is £3.2m.
Kim Hellberg says he's anticipating a 'busy' end to window.
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Kim Hellberg says he's anticipating a 'busy' end to window.
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🤝 RLB insists none of his out of favour players have knocked on his door and asked to leave the club this month - but #SAFC will allow those who 'need minutes' to move on if opportunities present themselves.
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Sunderland hold 'open & clear' transfer talks with players who could leave this month
Regis Le Bris admits Sunderland won't stand in the way of moves for players who 'need minutes' this month
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January 23, 2026 at 4:12 PM
🤝 RLB insists none of his out of favour players have knocked on his door and asked to leave the club this month - but #SAFC will allow those who 'need minutes' to move on if opportunities present themselves.
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📺 Kim Hellberg had four screens on the go on Tuesday night as he watched #Boro's promotion rivals and upcoming opponents.
📈 After responding to wins from rivals, now Boro have the chance to increase the pressure on Coventry, Ipswich and Hull
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📈 After responding to wins from rivals, now Boro have the chance to increase the pressure on Coventry, Ipswich and Hull
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Alternate Championship table shows Middlesbrough impact as promotion pressure flips
Middlesbrough have a glorious chance to put pressure on their promotion rivals this weekend
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January 23, 2026 at 10:25 AM
📺 Kim Hellberg had four screens on the go on Tuesday night as he watched #Boro's promotion rivals and upcoming opponents.
📈 After responding to wins from rivals, now Boro have the chance to increase the pressure on Coventry, Ipswich and Hull
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📈 After responding to wins from rivals, now Boro have the chance to increase the pressure on Coventry, Ipswich and Hull
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🎶🎵 When Tommy Conway & Alan Browne returned to away dressing room at FT last night, the waiting #Boro players chanted their names
🤣Hellberg is convinced Browne must have been a right-back in a past life!
⚽️And you can imagine his delight for Conway
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🤣Hellberg is convinced Browne must have been a right-back in a past life!
⚽️And you can imagine his delight for Conway
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What happened at Stoke when Middlesbrough's heroes returned to away dressing room
Analysis of Middlesbrough's win at Stoke City, with Alan Browne and Tommy Conway scoring Boro's second half goals
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January 22, 2026 at 12:13 PM
🎶🎵 When Tommy Conway & Alan Browne returned to away dressing room at FT last night, the waiting #Boro players chanted their names
🤣Hellberg is convinced Browne must have been a right-back in a past life!
⚽️And you can imagine his delight for Conway
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🤣Hellberg is convinced Browne must have been a right-back in a past life!
⚽️And you can imagine his delight for Conway
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❌ Bristol City boss Gerhard Struber says he is 'not happy' after #Boro made decision to keep Delano Burgzorg
🗣️ 'We were super close but we got the stop signs from Middlesbrough. Really disappointed, especially when you invest so much time with a player'
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🗣️ 'We were super close but we got the stop signs from Middlesbrough. Really disappointed, especially when you invest so much time with a player'
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Middlesbrough transfer 'stop sign' leaves rival boss unhappy after deal 'super close'
Bristol City boss Gerhard Struber has told of his deep disappointment after missing out on Delano Burgzorg, revealing a deal was "super…
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January 22, 2026 at 10:34 AM
❌ Bristol City boss Gerhard Struber says he is 'not happy' after #Boro made decision to keep Delano Burgzorg
🗣️ 'We were super close but we got the stop signs from Middlesbrough. Really disappointed, especially when you invest so much time with a player'
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🗣️ 'We were super close but we got the stop signs from Middlesbrough. Really disappointed, especially when you invest so much time with a player'
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👀Kim Hellberg has kept close eye on Jeremy Sarmiento since first seeing winger play for #BHAFC when studying Roberto De Zerbi.
😃#Boro boss couldn't hide big smile when asked about Sarmiento & transfer situation last night.
🗣️'He's a good player...'
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😃#Boro boss couldn't hide big smile when asked about Sarmiento & transfer situation last night.
🗣️'He's a good player...'
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Kim Hellberg's Jeremy Sarmiento admission after dramatic Middlesbrough transfer twist
Kim Hellberg was asked about Middlesbrough transfer target Jeremy Sarmiento after the Championship win at Stoke City
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January 22, 2026 at 6:13 AM
👀Kim Hellberg has kept close eye on Jeremy Sarmiento since first seeing winger play for #BHAFC when studying Roberto De Zerbi.
😃#Boro boss couldn't hide big smile when asked about Sarmiento & transfer situation last night.
🗣️'He's a good player...'
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😃#Boro boss couldn't hide big smile when asked about Sarmiento & transfer situation last night.
🗣️'He's a good player...'
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🗣️Kim Hellberg described #Boro's performance in early stages at Stoke as 'terrible': 'First 20 minutes were not good enough, they were the worst'
⁉️What did he say & do to spark change? Two subs, tactical tweak & demanded 'purpose'
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⁉️What did he say & do to spark change? Two subs, tactical tweak & demanded 'purpose'
Explanation in full 👇
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What Kim Hellberg said to his Middlesbrough players after 'terrible' Stoke opening
Kim Hellberg's verdict on Middlesbrough's 2-1 win at Stoke City in the Championship
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January 21, 2026 at 11:31 PM
🗣️Kim Hellberg described #Boro's performance in early stages at Stoke as 'terrible': 'First 20 minutes were not good enough, they were the worst'
⁉️What did he say & do to spark change? Two subs, tactical tweak & demanded 'purpose'
Explanation in full 👇
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⁉️What did he say & do to spark change? Two subs, tactical tweak & demanded 'purpose'
Explanation in full 👇
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#Boro responded. To their rivals winning on Tuesday night and to a nightmare first half. A win that says a lot about Kim Hellberg and his players.
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Full-time Middlesbrough moment to cherish after Stoke City fightback
Middlesbrough fought back from behind to win 2-1 at Stoke City on Wednesday night, with Tommy Conway scoring the winner
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January 21, 2026 at 10:15 PM
#Boro responded. To their rivals winning on Tuesday night and to a nightmare first half. A win that says a lot about Kim Hellberg and his players.
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Brilliant response form Hellberg and #Boro to that first half. A team transformed since the interval. Goal and an assist for Browne. And a huge moment for Conway. The perfect thanks to the boss after yesterday's declaration of love in the press conference.
January 21, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Brilliant response form Hellberg and #Boro to that first half. A team transformed since the interval. Goal and an assist for Browne. And a huge moment for Conway. The perfect thanks to the boss after yesterday's declaration of love in the press conference.
Rookie keeper Tommy Simkin has parried the only two shots he's had to save, which must surely act as some sort of second half encouragement for #Boro. The second half has to be better than first. That's the worst 45 minutes we've seen under Hellberg. Way off it all over the pitch
January 21, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Rookie keeper Tommy Simkin has parried the only two shots he's had to save, which must surely act as some sort of second half encouragement for #Boro. The second half has to be better than first. That's the worst 45 minutes we've seen under Hellberg. Way off it all over the pitch
Sol Brynn should obviously save that but the shooting opportunity came about from #Boro cheaply conceding possession, which they've done on several occasions so far. Punished for a really sluggish and sloppy start.
January 21, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Sol Brynn should obviously save that but the shooting opportunity came about from #Boro cheaply conceding possession, which they've done on several occasions so far. Punished for a really sluggish and sloppy start.
🧤🤕 Stoke are without two goalkeepers & five strikers tonight.
With Viktor Johansson out, they signed Southampton's Gavin Bazunu on loan. But he too is now injured after making debut at weekend. 21-year-old Tommy Simkin plays tonight. Winger Lamine Cisse starts up-front.
With Viktor Johansson out, they signed Southampton's Gavin Bazunu on loan. But he too is now injured after making debut at weekend. 21-year-old Tommy Simkin plays tonight. Winger Lamine Cisse starts up-front.
January 21, 2026 at 7:01 PM
🧤🤕 Stoke are without two goalkeepers & five strikers tonight.
With Viktor Johansson out, they signed Southampton's Gavin Bazunu on loan. But he too is now injured after making debut at weekend. 21-year-old Tommy Simkin plays tonight. Winger Lamine Cisse starts up-front.
With Viktor Johansson out, they signed Southampton's Gavin Bazunu on loan. But he too is now injured after making debut at weekend. 21-year-old Tommy Simkin plays tonight. Winger Lamine Cisse starts up-front.
🚨 #Boro's move for Jeremy Sarmiento could be back on after breakthrough reached in talks with Brighton. It came after Sarmiento had made it clear move to Boro was his preference. £3.2m agreement reached but move not finalised yet.
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Jeremy Sarmiento Middlesbrough latest after fresh January transfer twist
Middlesbrough's move for Jeremy Sarmiento could be back on after the Championship promotion chasers finally achieved a breakthrough in their talks…
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January 21, 2026 at 6:27 PM
🚨 #Boro's move for Jeremy Sarmiento could be back on after breakthrough reached in talks with Brighton. It came after Sarmiento had made it clear move to Boro was his preference. £3.2m agreement reached but move not finalised yet.
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🗣️ Kim Hellberg talks at length about strong #Boro U21 selection at the weekend:
🏃♂️ Why so many senior players were involved
🔺 Micah Hamilton's situation
⚽️⚽️⚽️ Cruz Ibeh verdict after hat-trick - and the match ball he had to give back!
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🏃♂️ Why so many senior players were involved
🔺 Micah Hamilton's situation
⚽️⚽️⚽️ Cruz Ibeh verdict after hat-trick - and the match ball he had to give back!
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Micah Hamilton Middlesbrough situation, Cruz Ibeh verdict & U21 selection explained
Kim Hellberg has explained why he felt it was crucial for several of his senior players to line-up for Middlesbrough's Under-21s at the weekend
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January 21, 2026 at 10:19 AM
🗣️ Kim Hellberg talks at length about strong #Boro U21 selection at the weekend:
🏃♂️ Why so many senior players were involved
🔺 Micah Hamilton's situation
⚽️⚽️⚽️ Cruz Ibeh verdict after hat-trick - and the match ball he had to give back!
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🏃♂️ Why so many senior players were involved
🔺 Micah Hamilton's situation
⚽️⚽️⚽️ Cruz Ibeh verdict after hat-trick - and the match ball he had to give back!
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Kim Hellberg ❤️ Tommy Conway
✍️ 'He's the first or second name I put on the teamsheet'
♥️ 'He's like the reason I fell in love with this sport'
🗣️ #Boro role that is 'very important to understand...'
🥹 'It makes me emotional to see that type of player'
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✍️ 'He's the first or second name I put on the teamsheet'
♥️ 'He's like the reason I fell in love with this sport'
🗣️ #Boro role that is 'very important to understand...'
🥹 'It makes me emotional to see that type of player'
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Middlesbrough star is 'first name' on Hellberg teamsheet & makes head coach emotional
Kim Hellberg says Tommy Conway is one of the reasons he fell in love with football as he talks up the importance of Middlesbrough's forward
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January 21, 2026 at 9:08 AM
Kim Hellberg ❤️ Tommy Conway
✍️ 'He's the first or second name I put on the teamsheet'
♥️ 'He's like the reason I fell in love with this sport'
🗣️ #Boro role that is 'very important to understand...'
🥹 'It makes me emotional to see that type of player'
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✍️ 'He's the first or second name I put on the teamsheet'
♥️ 'He's like the reason I fell in love with this sport'
🗣️ #Boro role that is 'very important to understand...'
🥹 'It makes me emotional to see that type of player'
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❌ Kim Hellberg on #Boro's Hayden Hackney and #MUFC transfer links: 'I don't think he's going anywhere. I think he wants to stay here, you can see he is very, very happy'
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Kim Hellberg's Middlesbrough response to Hayden Hackney Manchester Utd transfer links
Kim Hellberg responds to transfer speculation linking Middlesbrough's Hayden Hackney with a Michael Carrick reunion at Manchester United
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January 20, 2026 at 3:01 PM
❌ Kim Hellberg on #Boro's Hayden Hackney and #MUFC transfer links: 'I don't think he's going anywhere. I think he wants to stay here, you can see he is very, very happy'
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🚨 #Boro have moved on to other targets as they look to further strengthen attack after being unable to strike agreement with Brighton over Jeremy Sarmiento
Boro have also made the decision to keep Delano Burgzorg amid Bristol City interest
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Boro have also made the decision to keep Delano Burgzorg amid Bristol City interest
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Middlesbrough make Delano Burgzorg and Jeremy Sarmiento transfer decisions
Middlesbrough have made transfer decisions on Delano Burgzorg and Jeremy Sarmiento
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January 20, 2026 at 9:32 AM
🚨 #Boro have moved on to other targets as they look to further strengthen attack after being unable to strike agreement with Brighton over Jeremy Sarmiento
Boro have also made the decision to keep Delano Burgzorg amid Bristol City interest
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Boro have also made the decision to keep Delano Burgzorg amid Bristol City interest
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⚽️ Kim Hellberg watched on from the stands as Cruz Ibeh hit a first half hat-trick and Fin Munroe scored twice for #Boro U21s in 6-1 win vs Ipswich. Head of recruitment Chris Jones also in attendance. Hansen, Nypan, Hamilton, McCabe and Kante all played.
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Kim Hellberg watches teenage striker & new signing star for strong Middlesbrough U21s
Kim Hellberg watched on as an extremely strong and experienced Middlesbrough Under-21s side beat Ipswich 6-1
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January 18, 2026 at 3:53 PM
⚽️ Kim Hellberg watched on from the stands as Cruz Ibeh hit a first half hat-trick and Fin Munroe scored twice for #Boro U21s in 6-1 win vs Ipswich. Head of recruitment Chris Jones also in attendance. Hansen, Nypan, Hamilton, McCabe and Kante all played.
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