It's do or die time for Brighton and Middlesbrough, as both teams fight for a Premier League spot in a much anticipated last week showdown in the English Championship.
With both teams even at 88 points, the winner of this match will earn a spot in the English top flight category, while the other will enter the play-off to determine if they're EPL material.
Middlesbrough's current streak hasn't been helpful, as Aitor Karanka's men haven't been able to win any of their most recent three matches. Consecutive draws against Burnley, Ipswich & Birmingham have forced them to play for a spot in the EPL in the final game of the season, despite being among the league leaders all year.
On the other hand, a five-game streak with nothing but wins made Brighton battle for the tournament's second place. Nevertheless, their streak was cut last week by an untimely draw against Derby County.
Here's how the Championship standings look like with one game to go.
All Middlesbrough needs to seal their spot in the Premier League next season is a draw, but The Seagulls have all they need to spoil Boro's party and send them to fight for their spot in the EPL via a playoff.
Head to head
It's been almost three years since Brighton's last victory over Middlesbrough, as Karanka's crew enters this game with a four-game unbeaten streak against The Albion. In their first matchup of the season, 'Boro collected a three-nil win against Brighton, something that would certainly help them on Saturday.
Where to watch Middlesbrough vs Brighton & Hove Albion on TV or online?
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In the U.K., on Sky Go UK, NOW TV UK, SKY GO Extra, Sky Sports 1/HD UK & BBC Radio 5 Live Extra at 12:30 hrs BST.
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In the U.S., on beIN SPORTS USA, fuboTV, beIN SPORTS CONNECT U.S.A. & beIN SPORTS en Español at 07:30 hrs EDT.
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In Canada, on beIN SPORTS en Español, beIN SPORTS CONNECT Canada & beIN Sports Canada at 05:30 hrs PDT.
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