Following last Saturday’s 1-1 with Millwall, head coach Jonathan Woodgate has a couple of decisions to make ahead of the meeting with the Robins. Our Middlesbrough writer Joe Nicholson has picked the side he would start against City – scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see if you agree with his choices:
5. CDM: Adam Clayton
It's been a mixed start to the season for the holding midfielder who will need to be at it against an attack-minded Robins side. Photo: Frank Reid
6. CM: Lewis Wing
WIng dropped to the bench against Millwall last weekend but his replacement, George Saville, struggled to take his opportunity. Photo: Getty Images
7. CM: Paddy McNair
Woodgate said he thinks McNair has been Boro's best performer so far this season and it's hard to disagree. Photo: Getty Images
8. RW: Marvin Johnson
After making an impact off the bench in the last two matches, Johnson deserves a recall to the starting XI. Photo: Frank Reid