Boro legends return for 150th anniversary match
The game sees two squads of former Boro players go head-to-head.
Middlesbrough is commemorating its 150th anniversary with a special game featuring almost 100 former players and managers, drawing a crowd of over 30,000 at the Riverside Stadium. The event will showcase legends such as Juninho, Fabrizio Ravanelli, Yakubu, and Aitor Karanka, who will participate in the match along with others in non-playing roles like a lap of honour and a tribute to the club's legacy.
Former midfielder Geremi expressed excitement about seeing familiar faces and rekindling their shared passion for the sport. Defender Daniel Ayala emphasized the significance of the club, stating that it was where he achieved his best football and felt the strongest sense of belonging. The "Legacy Walk" is planned to introduce fans to the returning players, while the club's head of commercial activities, Liam McGuinness, highlighted the event as a "fantastic spectacle" where memories from decades past will be celebrated on the pitch.
A moment of remembrance will be dedicated to those who have passed away, underscoring the club's commitment to honoring its history and the families of its former players.
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