1960–61 Middlesbrough F.C. season

The 1960–61 season was Middlesbrough's 78th year in existence and 7th consecutive season in the Division Two. Also the club competed in the FA Cup and the inaugural League Cup.

Summary
During summer Goalkeeper Peter Taylor left the club after five seasons, Port Vale manager Norman Low paid Middlesbrough £750 for Taylor's services. In his sixth season as manager Bob Dennison took off Boro to the 5th place just ten points below promotion to Division One. Forward Brian Clough scored 34 goals with another brilliant partnership among Alan Peacock and aimed by assists from Derek McLean. Scottish Forward Willie Fernie lost its position as starter. Full back Mick McNeil delivered another decent performance. In spite of a premier class offensive line, Boro again collapsed due to a weak defensive allowing a lot of goals against both Bob Appleby and Esmond Million. Also, the squad reached the FA Cup third round being eliminated by Manchester United. After six years and several transfer requests Forward Brian Clough left the club transferred out to Boro rivals Sunderland F.C.

Matches

 * .- Source: Middlesbrough match record: 1961