First-team trio Marcus Browne, Marc Bola and Anfernee Dijksteel all played for the Teessiders, after late strikes from Newcastle’s Jack Young and Oisin McEntte cancelled out goals from Stephen Walker and Ben Liddle. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings from the match – scroll down and flick through our gallery to see them.
9. Ben Liddle - 7
Full of energy in midfield. Took his goal well when he arrived late in the box to convert Bola's low cross. 7 Photo: Alex Pantling
10. Marcus Browne - 5
Was involved in a few midfield scuffles playing just behind Stephen Walker. Rarely received the ball in areas he could make an impact. 5 Photo: Jan Kruger
11. Stephen Walker - 7
Like many of his team-mates, the striker faded after the break. Took his goal very well though after spinning past Francillette. 7 Photo: Frank Reid
12. Rumarn Burrell - N/A
(for Walker, 89). N/A Photo: Frank Reid