Middlesbrough's Kim Hellberg Looks Forward to Meeting Tony Mowbray

Middlesbrough head coach Kim Hellberg is eager to meet Tony Mowbray as they prepare for their match against Blackburn at Ewood Park on Saturday. This game marks Mowbray's first home match in his second spell as manager of Blackburn, following his previous tenure that lasted over nine years.

Mowbray, a former player and manager for Middlesbrough, has faced health challenges recently, including a bowel cancer diagnosis in February 2024. Despite these challenges, he has remained involved in football, including a brief stint at West Brom in 2025. Hellberg acknowledged Mowbray's coaching abilities and noted the impressive performance of Blackburn in their recent match against Wolves, where they were denied a win by a late equalizer.

Hellberg mentioned that Middlesbrough had previously struggled against Blackburn, recalling a goalless draw in March. He anticipates an exciting match, highlighting Blackburn's new attacking style and their potential to perform well. The Middlesbrough squad will see the return of midfielder Aidan Morris, while forward David Strelec's participation remains uncertain.