Jonathan Woodgate made some interesting selection calls ahead of Wednesday’s goalless draw at Huddersfield, as top scorer Britt Assombalonga dropped to the bench. Our Boro writer Joe Nichoson has picked the side he would start against The Cottagers on Saturday – scroll down and flick through our gallery to see if you agree.
9. CM: Paddy McNair
Boro have relied heavily on the Northern Ireland international this season. Photo: Getty Images
10. CAM: Marcus Tavernier
Didn't have his best game against Huddersfield but you could see his eagerness to press from the front. Photo: Frank Reid
11. ST: Britt Assombalonga
Dropped to the bench against Huddersfield yet Ashley Fletcher didn't take his chance to impress. Boro need their strikers to rediscover some confidence. Photo: Getty Images