Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the match at the Riverside Stadium and awarded some decent marks despite the 1-0 defeat. Scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see who impressed and who struggled for Jonathan Woodgate’s side on the day:
9. Paddy McNair - 7
Boro’s best player in the first half, yet again, finding space and providing an option in midfield. Was slightly less prominent in the second half. 7 Photo: Getty Images
10. Marcus Tavernier - 6
Looked a little lightweight at times against West Brom’s physical backline. Kept running and closing the ball down playing just behind the striker though. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
11. Britt Assombalonga - 5
Kept chasing the ball onto the channels but struggled to hold the ball up. Saw an effort saved by Johnstone just before half-time. 5 Photo: Getty Images
12. Ashley Fletcher - 5
(for Tavernier, 72) Made one impressive run late on but failed to hit the target from close range when the ball bounced back to him. 5 Photo: Jan Kruger