Middlesbrough recorded an impressive and much needed win at Charlton Athletic on Saturday, watched on by a large travelling support.
Paddy McNair’s winning goal lifted them to 19th in the table and eased the pressure somewhat, especially with a number of other sides dropping points.
We look at some of the key statistics from the weekend relating to Boro and those rivals around them in the Championship table, as well as the individual players who shone or struggled elsewhere in the division.
1. Wednesday woe
Sheffield Wednesday fans may not like the look of the table with the possibility of being dragged into a relegation battle. It doesn’t help when they give up 14 shots with 50% on target for Brentford. Both are well above the Owls’ season average. Photo: Stu Forster
2. Boro’s attacking boost
Middlesbrough claimed a valuable win over Charlton Athletic on Saturday. It was aided by being more proactive in front of goal. For only the second time in the league this season they attempted 20 shots.Their finishing may have been wayward with just four on target but it is a positive sign. Photo: Lewis Storey
3. Wigan’s wastefulness
It was a game to forget for all those in attendance at Wigan v Luton. The home side hit the target with just two of their 12 shots giving them an on-target percentage of just 16.67%. It produced an xG of just 0.74. Photo: Lewis Storey
4. Hull’s passing issue
Accuracy of passing is becoming an issue for Hull City. For the fifth time in six games the team’s passing accuracy fell below 70%. For the season they have averaged more than 75%. An inability to keep the ball is an issue. Photo: Lewis Storey