Middlesbrough got back to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over QPR - but how did each player fare for the hosts?
Michael Carrick’s side opened the scoring in the 11th minute when Tommy Conway converted Finn Azaz’s low cross. Anfernee Dijksteel then doubled Boro’s lead in the second half, yet QPR defender Steve Cook pulled a late goal back to make it a nervy finish.
Here’s how each player fared for the hosts:
5. Samuel Iling-Junior - 7
Made a few forays forward from left-back and posed a threat when he carried the ball forward. Crossing was erratic at times but helped out defensively in a new role. 7 | Getty Images
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6. Aiden Morris - 7
Produced some good work off the ball to keep tabs on QPR playmaker Ilias Chair, before the Moroccan went off with an injury. The Boro midfielder often used the ball when he received it. 7 | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
7. Hayden Hackney - 8
Looked to quicken the pace of the game and play the ball forward when the tempo of game was generally pretty slow. Played an important part in Boro’s opener with a neat through ball to Finn Azaz. 8 | Getty Images
8. Delano Burgzorg - 6
Squandered a decent chance to double Boro’s lead in the first half. Still caused QPR a few problems with his pace on the break. 6 | Getty Images