Middlesbrough were beaten 1-0 by Derby County at Pride Park - but how did each player fare for Kim Hellberg’s side?
On a frustrating afternoon, Boro created the better chances in the first half but couldn’t take advantage. Derby then opened the scoring 20 minutes from time when Bobby Clark converted from close range.
Moments after falling behind, Boro lost defender Callum Brittain to what looked like a bad injury setback.
Here’s how each player fared for the visitors:
5. Alex Bangura - 6
Managed to get forward from left back in the first half but was sometimes hesitant to try and beat his man. Brought off in the closing stages as Boro chased an equaliser. 6 | Getty Images
6. Hayden Hackney - 6
Squandered a good chance in the first half when he was denied by the goalkeeper after a neat one-two with Delano Burgzorg. Helped get his side on the front foot in the first half but wasn’t as influential after the break. 6 | Getty Images
.jpeg?crop=4:3&trim=&width=800)
7. Aidan Morris - 6
Gave Boro a better balance in midfield and helped quicken the tempo as he was recalled to the side. Still looked a little rusty after his return from injury with a few heavy touches. 6 | Getty Images
8. Morgan Whittaker - 5
Had a bright start to the game in a central position and saw an early effort deflected over the bar. Faded as the match wore on after moving out to the right. 5 | Getty Images