Middlesbrough Defeats Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0 in 150th Anniversary Match

Middlesbrough marked their 150th anniversary with a 1-0 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Riverside Stadium. Will Lankshear scored the decisive goal in the second half, bringing his season total to nine goals.

The match served as the official anniversary fixture for Middlesbrough, which was founded to provide winter sports for cricketers. A sold-out crowd witnessed the game, following a Legacy Game featuring former players just days earlier. Lankshear's goal came from a cross by Tommy Conway, allowing the home team to secure a crucial victory.

This win elevated Middlesbrough to second place in the Sky Bet Championship, just two points behind the leaders. Wolves struggled throughout the match, suffering their second league defeat since being relegated last season. Despite some attempts to equalize, they were unable to convert their chances.