Middlesbrough were held to a goalless draw against Oxford at the Riverside - but how did each player fare?
Despite dominating possession, Boro came close to conceding in the first half as Oxford hit the crossbar and post.
Here’s how each Boro player fared:

5. Matt Targett - 6
Took a knock to the head in the first half but was able to continue. Tried to get forward down the left but often looked up to see a crowded penalty area as Oxford defended in numbers. 6 | Getty Images

6. Aidan Morris - 6
Tenacious in midfield to win the ball back and play it forward. Couldn't find the tools to break down the deep-lying visitors. Was replaced in the closing stages as Boro searched for a winner. 6 | Getty Images

7. Hayden Hackney -
Played a few excellent passes in the first half which could have cut Oxford open. Couldn’t make as much of an impact as the game wore on and squandered a good chance when he broke forward into the Oxford box but delayed his shot. 6 | Getty Images

8. Morgan Whittaker - 5
Did well to set up Hackney in the second half but struggled to make an impact drifting in from the right. Replaced in the closing stages. 5 | Getty Images


