Next up, Boro host Reading next Saturday, in what should be an intriguing contest between two well-matched sides. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough continue to pursue key transfer targets behind the scenes. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
9. QPR close in on ex-Boro man
Ex-Middlesbrough winger Albert Adomah is closing in on a move to Queens Park Rangers. The Ghana international was released by Nottingham Forest earlier in the month. (West London) Photo: Stu Forster
10. Baggies close in on Grant
West Brom boss Slaven Bilic has revealed he's confident of signing Huddersfield Town striker Karlan Grant before the transfer deadline, in a deal which could be worth around £18m. (Express & Star) Photo: George Wood