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Premier League
May 8, 2017 at 8pm UK
 
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Costa (23'), Alonso (34'), Matic (65')
FT(HT: 2-0)
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Steve Agnew on the touchline during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Manchester United on March 19, 2017
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Cesc Fabregas celebrates after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
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Antonio Conte celebrates as Nemanja Matic makes it three during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
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Steve Agnew on the touchline during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Manchester United on March 19, 2017
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Cesc Fabregas celebrates after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
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Ben Gibson after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
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Middlesbrough captain Ben Gibson describes the club's relegation from the Premier League as the "lowest point" of his life.
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The Match

Match Report

Middlesbrough are relegated from the Premier League courtesy of a 3-0 defeat to Chelsea, who move to within one win of a second title in three years.

Live Commentary

Relive Chelsea's 3-0 win over Middlesbrough at Stamford Bridge as Antonio Conte's side relegate Boro to move within one win of the Premier League title.

Team News

Chelsea make one change for their Premier League game with Middlesbrough as the injured N'Golo Kante is replaced by Cesc Fabregas.

Preview

Sports Mole previews Monday evening's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Middlesbrough at Stamford Bridge.

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