Southampton moved closer to returning to the Premier League

2026-05-13 09:00 © AP

Southampton club came closer to returning to the English Premier League.

Saints defeated Middlesbrough 2:1 at home in the Championship playoff second leg after extra time.

The visitors took the lead in the 5th minute after a goal from Riley McGree.

Ross Stewart equalized in added time of the first half.

The decisive moment in extra time came in the 116th minute when Southampton secured victory and a place in the final thanks to Shea Charles.

In the playoff final, Southampton will face Hull City.