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Before football was suspended, the Teessiders were managing several injury setbacks, yet it seems head coach Jonathan Woodgate will have a full squad to choose from if the campaign restarts. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has picked what he thinks is Boro’s strongest starting XI in a 4-2-3-1 formation – scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see if you agree.
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1. GK: Aynsley Pears
Has stepped up this season following the departure of Darren Randolph to West Ham. Photo: George Wood
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2. RWB: Djed Spence
Signed a new deal earlier this week and looks well suited to the right wing-back role, providing pace and energy on the flank. Photo: Justin Setterfield
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3. CB: Jonny Howson
Could also do a job in central midfield, yet Howson's performances in a back three have been excellent this season. Photo: Alex Livesey
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4. CB: Harold Moukoudi
Daniel Ayala's ankle injury has left a void in Boro's backline. At 6'3, Moukoudi looks like he'll be a natural fit to play in the heart of defence. Photo: ALEX EDELMAN