Joe Nicholson's starting XI to face Fulham - with FIVE changes from Tottenham defeat
Middlesbrough are preparing for their Championship meeting with Fulham at Craven Cottage – but who will start for Jonathan Woodgate’s side?
The Boro boss is expected to make changes following Tuesday’s FA Cup defeat at Tottenham, with the Teessiders hoping to extend their five-match unbeaten run in the Championship. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has picked the side he would choose to face Fulham – scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see his selections:
1. GK: Aynsley Pears
Expected to return to the starting XI after missing the cup game at Tottenham.
Photo: George Wood
2. RWB: Djed Spence
Has started Boro's last seven games in all competitions and continues to impress in the right wing-back role.
Photo: Justin Setterfield
3. CB: Jonny Howson
Injuries have forced Woodgate to use Howson at centre-back but the 31-year-old has performed excellently.
Photo: Alex Livesey
4. CB: Paddy McNair
Another midfielder who has played at the back in recent weeks and performed well.
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