Goals from Britt Assombalonga and George Saville gave Neil Warnock’s side a two-goal lead before substitute Loic Mbe Soh pulled one back for the hosts in stoppage time.
Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his marks from the match– scroll down and flick through the pages of our picture gallery to see how each player fared:
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