Visiting goalkeeper Marek Rodak was sent off after 17 minutes for handball yet Jonathan Woodgate’s side failed to make their one-man advantage count with their woes in front of goal apparent. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings following the goalless draw at the Riverside. Scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see who shone and struggled:
5. Paddy McNair - 6
Moved into a back three. Made a couple of forays forward in the second half and saw a late effort saved in stoppage time. 6 Photo: Getty Images
6. Lewis Wing - 7
Dictated the play with some probing passes in the first half. Was a little wasteful after the break. 7 Photo: Getty Images
7. George Saville - 5
Took up some advanced positions in the first half but faded after the break before he was substituted. 5 Photo: George Wood
8. Marcus Tavernier - 5
A couple of flashes in the first half when he took a knock. Didn’t have as much of an impact after half-time. 5 Photo: Frank Reid