Two penalties from Stephen Walker and a close-range finish from substitute Rumarn Burrell gave the Teessiders all three points in the Premier League 2, Division 2 clash. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson was at the match and has dished out his player ratings. Scroll down and flick through our gallery to see how each player performed:
5. Patrick Reading - 6
Played a couple of probing cross-field passing but his crossing was quite erratic. 6 Photo: FRANK REID 2019
6. Hayden Hackney - 7
Latched onto several loose balls in midfield in the first half and showed good composure in possession. 7 Photo: Frank Reid
7. Connor Malley - 7
Helped dictate the tempo from midfield where Boro won the battle. Booked for a late foul on Benji Kimpioka. 7 Photo: Frank Reid
8. Sam Folarin - 6
A few early flashes but came up against the experienced De Bock on the flank. 6 Photo: FRANK REID