Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his marks following the match – scroll down and flick through the pages of our picture gallery to see who impressed:
9. Hayden Coulson - 7
Another lively display on the left and won some free-kicks in some dangerous positions. 7 Photo: Clive Brunskill
10. Marcus Tavernier - 7
Looked bright in the first half and produced some neat link-up play in the No 10 position. 7 Photo: Clive Brunskill
11. Britt Assombalonga - 6
Worked hard and won some defensive headers in his own box. Missed a few chances. 6 Photo: Getty Images
12. Marvin Johnson - 6
(for Coulson, 70) Came on in the closing stages as Boro pushed for a winner. 6 Photo: Lewis Storey