Middlesbrough extended their lead at the top of the Championship with a 2-1 win over West Brom - but how did each player fare for Rob Edwards’ side at the Riverside?
The hosts took a first-half lead when summer signing David Strelec converted his first Boro goal following a long throw in. Substitute Kaly Sene then double their advantage in the second half, before Albion forward Aune Heggebo netted a late consolation goal.
Here’s how each Boro player fared:

5. Callum Brittain - 8
Coped well against West Brom dangerman Isaac Price, managing to prevent multiple crosses coming into the Boro box. Managed to get forward more in the second half to provide an outlet from right wing-back. 8 | West Bromwich Albion FC via Gett

6. Aiden Morris - 8
Was fortunate not to be punished after a sloppy pass in the second half but was influential yet again in Boro’s midfield. Lots of running off the ball and regularly looked to take possession in difficult moments. 8 | Getty Images

7. Hayden Hackney - 7
Had to get through plenty of work in midfield out of possession in a midfield two. Played a neat flick into the path of Sene to set up Boro’s second goal which eased the pressure. 7 | Getty Images

8. Matt Targett - 7
Started at left wing-back and adapted when he moved to the left of a back three following Edmundson’s withdrawal. Couldn’t stop West Brom pulling a goal back when Heggebo jumped above him. 7 | Getty Images


