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Luton Town 2-1 Middlesbrough: Carlton Morris' controversial penalty wins it for Hatters

Luton Town claimed a controversial victory over Championship play-off rivals Middlesbrough to strengthen their place in third.

The visitors took the early initiative in an entertaining meeting at Kenilworth Road, with Cameron Archer scoring a cool opener to put Michael Carrick's side ahead.

Luton hit back through Tom Lockyer's header after the break, before Carlton Morris scored from the spot after appearing to fall with minimal contact from Boro keeper Zack Steffen while trying to round him.

Luton's win - the first time they have won five consecutive home games since December 2018 - keeps their slim hopes of automatic promotion alive for at least a further 48 hours.