Southgate leaves Boro

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate was tonight relieved of his duties within hours of guiding his side to victory over Derby.

The 39-year-old former England defender’s departure was confirmed in a brief statement issued through the club’s official website, www.mfc.co.uk.

The statement read: “Middlesbrough FC have tonight announced that manager Gareth Southgate has been relieved of his position with immediate effect.

“Football consultant Alan Smith will also be leaving the club as part of the change.”