Middlesbrough 1987-88
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The Legacy
Gary Pallister anchored the Middlesbrough defence in 1987-1988 as the club competed in the Second Division. Following a takeover by Steve Gibson that saved the side from liquidation, Bruce Rioch led the team to a third-place finish. Bernie Slaven provided the goals, supported by the attacking play of Stuart Ripley on the wing. Tony Mowbray remained a key presence at the back throughout the campaign. Skill Leisure supplied this home shirt, which featured the Dickens sponsor across the front as the club achieved promotion through the inaugural play-offs.
Key Moment
Middlesbrough secured promotion to the First Division in 1987-1988 by winning the Second Division play-off final against Chelsea.
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