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Hughton relishing must-win Boro tie
Brighton 1-1 Derby

Brighton face a nerve-wracking final-day promotion showdown away to Middlesbrough after their run of five successive Championship wins ended with a 1-1 home draw against Derby yesterday.

The clash at the Riverside will determine who goes up to the Premier League and, while Boro only require a point, victory would ensure Brighton reach the top flight after a 33-year absence.

And manager Chris Hughton is relishing the chance earn promotion to the top-flight with a win at the weekend.

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