Paddy McNair scored the only goal of the game in the 17th minute as the Teessiders ended a 12-match winless run in the league. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the match – scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see how each player fared:
1. Dejan Stojanovic - 7
Didn’t have many difficult saves to make but was reliable when called upon. 7 Photo: Mario Carlini / Iguana Press
2. Jonny Howson - 6
Joined in with Boro’s attacks in the first half but found it tougher in the second as Charlton regularly attacked down his flank. 6 Photo: Alex Livesey
3. Ryan Shotton - 6
Kept busy by Lyle Taylor and was caught out a couple of times. Made a few important blocks as well. 6 Photo: Getty Images
4. Harold Moukoudi - 7
Collided with Taylor when the Charlton striker was booked for diving. Cut out a few dangerous crosses as Boro came under the cosh. 7 Photo: Julian Finney