Middlesbrough have been promoted to the Premier League. Fans stormed the pitch at full time as Boro drew 1 all at home at the Riverside to promotion rivals Brighton. The game is said to be the richest in football - with a £100 million windfall now set to benefit the club.
Fans invaded the pitch after 8 minutes of added time at the Riverside as a 1 all draw against Brighton secured Middlesbrough a place in the Premier League next season.
Chairman Steve Gibson was in tears as players and fans hugged one another on the pitch.
"I would personally like to thank the local community for their amazing donations of food, toiletries and clothing. "
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