An own goal from Boro’s Adam Clayton opened the scoring before Dominic Iorfa, Adam Reach and Steven Fletcher put the game beyond the Teessiders. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the match, scroll down and flick though our picture gallery to see how each player fared:
5. Marvin Johnson - 5
Was applauded off by sections of the home crowd after a few promising runs in the second half. Gave a couple of needless fouls away. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
6. Ashley Fletcher - 4
Struggled to make an impact as Wednesday exploited the space on the left flank where Fletcher didn’t always track back. 4 Photo: Jan Kruger
7. Britt Assombalonga - 3
Missed two excellent opportunities which could have given Boro a lifeline in the second half. Was dominated by Wednesday’s centre-backs. 3 Photo: Getty Images
8. Daniel Ayala - 5
(for Bola, 45) Shored up Boro’s backline, yet the hosts still looked vulnerable when Wednesday charged forward. 5 Photo: Frank Reid