Middlesbrough is set to face Hull City in the Championship playoff final, a crucial match that could see them promoted to the Premier League. This high-stakes game will take place on Saturday, May 20, at Wembley Stadium in London, with kickoff scheduled for 10:30 a.m. ET. The match is being touted as the 'richest game in football,' with promotion valued at an astonishing $275 million over several seasons. Middlesbrough's journey to this final has been anything but conventional, as they replaced Southampton, who were disqualified due to a breach of EFL rules involving spying on Boro's training sessions. Despite finishing sixth in the league, Middlesbrough has proven their mettle in the playoffs. They boast an impressive expected goal difference of 28.96, making them one of the strongest teams in the league. In contrast, Hull City has struggled with a -18.83 expected goal difference, which could play a significant role in the final outcome. Key players for Middlesbrough include Morgan Whittaker, who has scored 14 goals this season, and David Strelac, who adds depth to their attacking options. The stakes are high as Middlesbrough seeks to end their long absence from the Premier League, having last played in the top flight during the 2008-09 season. A victory would not only secure promotion but also reignite fierce rivalries with local clubs Sunderland and Newcastle United. As they prepare for this monumental clash, Middlesbrough fans are hopeful that their team can overcome the historical challenge of winning at Wembley and finally return to the Premier League.