Reserves close in on title

With one game left Boro are in pole position, but could win the title without kicking a ball tonight. Villa entertain the Mackems tonight at Villa Park and a draw would see Boro crowned as champions.

If Villa win by two goals or less Boro need a point in their final game against Manchester United on Thursday, but if Sunderland win Boro must beat United to lift the title.

For the record Boro beat Birmingham City 2-0 at the Riverside last night, Craig Dove grabbing a goal in each half for Steve Round's side.