Middlesbrough were held to a goalless draw against Southampton in the first leg of the Championship play-offs - but how did each player fare for Kim Hellberg’s side?
Boro created the better chances in the first half at the Riverside, with Tommy Conway hitting the post. Yet Southampton also had a few late chances to win the game, the best of which came when defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis headed against the crossbar.
Here’s how each Boro player fared:
1. Sol Brynn - 7
Didn’t face a shot on target all game. Had to sweep up danger on a few occasions as Boro kept Southampton at arm’s length for large spells. 7 | Getty Images
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2. Callum Brittain - 8
Made some probing overlapping and underlapping runs in the first half and coped well with Southampton dangerman Leo Scienza on the flank. 8 | Getty Images
3. Luke Ayling - 9
Positioned himself well at the back to prevent Southampton attacks and was confident stepping out with the ball. Excellent performance on the right of a back three. 9 | Getty Images
4. Dael Fry - 9
Was dominant in the first half against Southampton striker Cyle Larin. Stayed alert when the visitors posed more of a threat in the second half, regularly winning individual duels and clearing danger. 9 | Richard Sellers/PA Wire