After Kasey Palmer's opener, a Taylor Moore own goal and Britt Assombalonga finish put Boro 2-1 up before Tommy Rowe’s late equaliser for City. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has handed out his player ratings following the match. Scroll down and flick through our gallery to see how each player performed.
9. Marvin Johnson - 6
Produced a few decent crosses into the penalty area before he was replaced in the second half. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
10. Ashley Fletcher - 7
Unlucky not to open the scoring in the first half when his effort hit the post. His movement off the ball caused the hosts plenty of problems. 7 Photo: Jan Kruger
11. Britt Assombalonga - 8
Was more influential as the match wore on. Produced some good link-up play with Fletcher and held the ball up well. Clinical finish put Boro 2-1 up. 8 Photo: Getty Images
12. George Saville - N/A
(for Johnson 82) - Came on in the closing stages as Boro pushed for a winner. N/A Photo: FRANK REID