The Boro boss changed his formation at Cardiff last time out so what will the side look like against the Owls? Our Middlesbrough writer Joe Nicholson has picked the starting XI he would chose on Saturday – scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see if you agree with his selections:
1. RB: Anfernee Dijksteel
Switched to a wing-back role at Cardiff but has looked more comfortable in a back four. Photo: Getty Images
2. CB: Dael Fry
Woodgate wants his side to pass out from the back and Fry looks more comfortable with the ball at his feet than Boro's other centre-backs. Photo: Alex Davidson
3. LB: Marc Bola
The defender was left on the bench at Cardiff but appears to be Boro's only left-back option if Boro line-up in a 4-3-3 formation. Photo: Frank Reid
4. CDM: Adam Clayton
Boro's midfield anchorman has started seven of eight league games this season. Photo: Frank Reid