Middlesbrough recorded an impressive 1-0 win over Premier League side Chelsea in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final - but who stood out at the Riverside?
Michael Carrick’s suffered two early injury setbacks as both Emmanuel Latte Lath and Alex Bangura were forced inside 20 minutes.
The hosts took the lead eight minutes before half-time, though, with Hayden Hackney converting Isaiah Jones’ low cross. It means Boro will take a 1-0 lead into the second leg at Stamford Bridge later this month.
Here’s how each Middlesbrough player fared at the Riverside Stadium:
5. Alex Bangura - 6
Started in a left wing-back role and had a decent start, trying to get forward when possible. Was forced off in the 20th minute with an injury. 6 Photo: OLI SCARFF
6. Jonny Howson - 7
Was fortunate not to be punished when he gave the ball away to Cole Palmer in the first half. Recovered well and protected his side’s back four in midfield. 7 Photo: George Wood
7. Dan Barlaser - 8
Played an excellent first-time pass to release Jones to assist Boro’s goal. Used the ball well in the first half and made some important tackles in midfield. 8 Photo: Stu Forster
8. Hayden Hackney - 8
Showed great awareness to break into the box to score in the first half. Often found himself on the left flank and worked hard off the ball to stop Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto getting forward. 8 Photo: Stu Forster