Marvin Johnson scored the only goal of the game in the 81st minute after coming off the bench.
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 them:
5. Marc Bola - 8
Another solid display at left-back. Got forward in the second half and delivered some inviting crosses. 8 Photo: Getty Images
6. Jonny Howson - 8
Instrumental in the middle of the park. Repeatedly won the ball back and drove the team forward from the engine room. 8 Photo: Getty Images
7. Sam Morsy - 5
Was involved in a few scuffles and was booked early on. Replaced before half-time. 5 Photo: Getty Images
8. George Saville - 7
Full of energy in midfield and delivered an excellent cross for Johnson’s opener. 7 Photo: Clive Brunskill