Following last weekend’s 1-0 win over Reading at the Riverside stadium, our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has picked the side he would start against the Bluebirds at the Cardiff City Stadium. Scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see if you agree with his starting XI.
9. RW: Marvin Johnson
Netted his first goal of the season against Reading last weekend. Photo: Frank Reid
10. LW: Ashley Fletcher
Was on the fringes for large spells against Reading but has been one of the side's best performers this season. Photo: Jan Kruger
11. ST: Britt Assombalonga
Will be hoping to get the better of former team-mate and Cardiff centre-back Aden Flint. Photo: Getty Images