Middlesbrough's Pre-Season Draw Against Celtic

Middlesbrough's pre-season campaign hit a snag as they drew 1-1 against Celtic at Paradise. The Boro's Martin O'Neill praised his team's performance, but the team's recent form has been a concern.

What Happened?

The match saw Camilo Duran score for Celtic in the 1-1 draw against Middlesbrough. Martin O'Neill was pleased with the performance of his side, but the team's recent form has been a concern.

Why It Matters for Middlesbrough

The draw against Celtic is a setback for Middlesbrough, who are looking to improve their performance in the new season. The team's recent form has been a concern, with four consecutive losses in their last five matches.

What Comes Next?

Middlesbrough will look to bounce back from this draw and improve their performance in the new season. The team's next match is against AC Milan at Celtic Park next weekend.

Middlesbrough are currently 5th in the Championship, with 80 points from 46 games last season. They have scored 72 goals and conceded 47, with a goal difference of +25. The team is 15 points behind leaders Coventry in the title race.

In their last result, Hull City defeated Middlesbrough 1-0 on May 23rd. The team's recent form has been a concern, with four consecutive losses in their last five matches.

League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in Championship, 80 pts, 22W-14D-10L from 46 games, recent form LLDDW. Goals this season: 72 scored, 47 conceded (+25 goal difference). Title race: 15 points behind leaders Coventry. Last result: Hull City 1-0 Middlesbrough (2026-05-23). Recent form (last 5): 0W-1D-4L (LLLLD, most recent first); lost the last 4.