Visiting goalkeeper Marek Rodak was sent off after 17 minutes for handball yet Jonathan Woodgate’s side failed to make their one-man advantage count with their woes in front of goal apparent. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the goalless draw at the Riverside. Scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see who shone and struggled:
1. Aynsley Pears - 6
Little to do after Fulham were reduced to ten men. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
2. Jonny Howson - 6
Produced a couple of inviting crosses from wing-back. Was caught out a couple of times defensively when Fulham broke forward. 6 Photo: Getty Images
3. Dael Fry - 5
Lost Mitrovic in the second half when the striker headed over. Was hesitant in possession. 5 Photo: Getty Images
4. Daniel Ayala - 6
Was occasionally threatened by Mitrovic but the early red card blunted Fulham’s attack. 6 Photo: Getty Images