Middlesbrough missed an opportunity to close the gap in the promotion race as they were held to a 1-1 draw by second-placed Derby County at Bramall Lane. That result leaves Boro four points behind leaders Burnley with Norwich, West Brom and Coventry only five behind them.
With just 10 games remaining, any one of these six sides has a great chance to reach the Championship play-offs.Chuba Akpom opened the scoring
Chuba Akpom struck first for Middlesbrough in their 5-0 win against Reading, giving them a boost to their automatic promotion hopes. Aaron Ramsey scored twice and Marcus Forss also netted as Boro extended their unbeaten home run to 10 Championship games.
Nigeria-eligible forward, a graduate of Arsenal's Hale End academy, has been on fire this season and is now only four points behind Sheffield United in the promotion race. He believes he's finally being given an opportunity to reach his full potential at Boro.
There can be no doubt about his skill as a forward. Carrick has used him just behind his striker, which has allowed him to put up some impressive numbers.
He currently has 23 goals this season, taking his total to over 100 career league appearances. As the highest scorer in the Championship, he looks set to become the first player to score 20 goals this term.
Ki-Jana Hoever pulled a goal back
After scoring one goal each in the opening half, Boro were held to a 1-1 draw against Stoke City at the Riverside Stadium. This denied Michael Carrick's side an eighth consecutive home win and an opportunity to close the gap in their promotion race.
Boro were made to pay for a lackluster first-half performance when Wolves loanee Ki-Jana Hoever scored on the stroke of halftime. He hit through Zack Steffen from Josh Laurent's crossfield pass, giving Stoke their third goal in five days. After the break, The Potters had several chances to score. Will Smallbone hit the crossbar early on and Jacob Brown saw his effort deflected away, but they couldn't capitalize on a determined performance from Blackburn Rovers. Ultimately, it proved too late for them to find victory as Blackburn Rovers put in an impressive performance.
Hoever, on loan from Wolves and known for his calmness on the ball, proved to be the difference in this match by scoring with a smart back-post finish and diving header in the opening half. As one of Europe's hottest properties, his performance proved enough to secure victory in dramatic style for Boro.
Aaron Ramsey missed a great chance
Ramsey had a great chance with some deft footwork, only to miss the finish. Ramsey is usually reliable in front of goal, but this was an untapped opportunity for him.
After a goalless first half, Boro took the lead midway through the second when Riley McGree was harshly cut down in the box and Chuba Akpom stepped up to slot home his 23rd of the season. Three minutes later, fellow Aston Villa loanee Cameron Archer struck again from close range for another comfortable win on Teesside.
Middlesbrough's win has left them four points behind the leaders with 11 games remaining, providing them with a boost to their automatic promotion chances after spending much of the season in the bottom two.
On deadline day, Ramsey joined Boro for a fee of PS2million and has been an important factor in their recent form. As they aim to make the playoffs this season, Ramsey will be looking to replicate his form from last season.
On Saturday, Middlesbrough missed an opportunity to close the gap in the promotion race by drawing 1-1 at Stoke City. It was Boro's first point in four games and moves them within three points of Sheffield United.
It was a lackluster performance, especially in the second half when Stoke shut down Boro's counterattacking threat and killed off their flow of the game. Nonetheless, it should be remembered that this was Michael Carrick's first draw and should be seen as progress - even if Darragh Lenihan said afterwards it wasn't an impressive performance in the dressing room.
Ki-Jana Hoever's spectacular finish under Steffen's legs restored parity and set up an exciting final 15 minutes at Riverside Stadium between two sides in great form. Steffen denied both Jacob Brown and William Smallbone with ease before Paddy McNair missed a late opportunity for a thrilling Boro winner.
Middlesbrough Miss Chance to Close Gap in Promotion Race
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Middlesbrough missed an opportunity to close the gap in the promotion race as they were held to a 1-1 draw by second-placed Derby County at Bramall Lane. That result leaves Boro four points behind leaders Burnley with Norwich, West Brom and Coventry only five behind them.
With just 10 games remaining, any one of these six sides has a great chance to reach the Championship play-offs.Chuba Akpom opened the scoringChuba Akpom struck first for Middlesbrough in their 5-0 win against Reading, giving them a boost to their automatic promotion hopes. Aaron Ramsey scored twice and Marcus Forss also netted as Boro extended their unbeaten home run to 10 Championship games.
There can be no doubt about his skill as a forward. Carrick has used him just behind his striker, which has allowed him to put up some impressive numbers.Nigeria-eligible forward, a graduate of Arsenal's Hale End academy, has been on fire this season and is now only four points behind Sheffield United in the promotion race. He believes he's finally being given an opportunity to reach his full potential at Boro.
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He currently has 23 goals this season, taking his total to over 100 career league appearances. As the highest scorer in the Championship, he looks set to become the first player to score 20 goals this term.
Ki-Jana Hoever pulled a goal backAfter scoring one goal each in the opening half, Boro were held to a 1-1 draw against Stoke City at the Riverside Stadium. This denied Michael Carrick's side an eighth consecutive home win and an opportunity to close the gap in their promotion race.
Aaron Ramsey missed a great chanceBoro were made to pay for a lackluster first-half performance when Wolves loanee Ki-Jana Hoever scored on the stroke of halftime. He hit through Zack Steffen from Josh Laurent's crossfield pass, giving Stoke their third goal in five days.
After the break, The Potters had several chances to score. Will Smallbone hit the crossbar early on and Jacob Brown saw his effort deflected away, but they couldn't capitalize on a determined performance from Blackburn Rovers. Ultimately, it proved too late for them to find victory as Blackburn Rovers put in an impressive performance.
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Hoever, on loan from Wolves and known for his calmness on the ball, proved to be the difference in this match by scoring with a smart back-post finish and diving header in the opening half. As one of Europe's hottest properties, his performance proved enough to secure victory in dramatic style for Boro.
Ramsey had a great chance with some deft footwork, only to miss the finish. Ramsey is usually reliable in front of goal, but this was an untapped opportunity for him.
Boro were held to a 1-1 drawAfter a goalless first half, Boro took the lead midway through the second when Riley McGree was harshly cut down in the box and Chuba Akpom stepped up to slot home his 23rd of the season. Three minutes later, fellow Aston Villa loanee Cameron Archer struck again from close range for another comfortable win on Teesside.
Middlesbrough's win has left them four points behind the leaders with 11 games remaining, providing them with a boost to their automatic promotion chances after spending much of the season in the bottom two.
On deadline day, Ramsey joined Boro for a fee of PS2million and has been an important factor in their recent form. As they aim to make the playoffs this season, Ramsey will be looking to replicate his form from last season.
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On Saturday, Middlesbrough missed an opportunity to close the gap in the promotion race by drawing 1-1 at Stoke City. It was Boro's first point in four games and moves them within three points of Sheffield United.
It was a lackluster performance, especially in the second half when Stoke shut down Boro's counterattacking threat and killed off their flow of the game. Nonetheless, it should be remembered that this was Michael Carrick's first draw and should be seen as progress - even if Darragh Lenihan said afterwards it wasn't an impressive performance in the dressing room.
Ki-Jana Hoever's spectacular finish under Steffen's legs restored parity and set up an exciting final 15 minutes at Riverside Stadium between two sides in great form. Steffen denied both Jacob Brown and William Smallbone with ease before Paddy McNair missed a late opportunity for a thrilling Boro winner.