Middlesbrough vs Manchester United as it happened: Jose Mourinho's men move into top five
The home side are winless in 10 games since Christmas as Jose Mourinho's men bid to keep up the pressure in the race for the top four
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Manchester United continue their quest for the top four when they travel to Middlesbrough on Sunday.
Jose Mourinho's men won't have it all their own way though against the now managerless Boro after Aitor Karanka left the club on Thursday.
Steve Agnew takes caretaker charge today and will try to change the fortunes of his ailing side who currently sit 19th, five points adrift from safety.
After flattering to deceive against Rostov in the Europa League in midweel, Mourinho will be aware his side will need to improve if they are to keep up with their chase for a Champions League top four spot.
But it will be a much-changed team as Paul Pogba has been ruled out with a hamstring injury and Daley Blind is doubtful. United also have Ander Herrera and Zlatan Ibrahimovic serving suspensions.
Follow all of the action below:
Please allow a moment for the blog to load...
Past three-meetings
Middlesbrough 0 Manchester United 2 (Giggs, Park), Premier League, May 2009.
Manchester United 0 Middlesbrough 0, League Cup, October 2015
Manchester United 2 (Martial, Pogba) Middlesbrough 1 (Leadbitter), Premier League, December 2016
Form guide
Middlesbrough: LDWLLL
Manchester United: WWDDLW
Odds
Middlesbrough to win: 5/1
Manchester United to win: 13/20
Draw: 11/4
62 MINS
GOAL
MIDDLESBROUGH 0 - 2 MANCHESTER UNITED
Lingard doubles United's tally with a moment of brilliance from outside of the area. He charges towards the Boro goal and smashes it in the top corner with his right boot. That's his fifth of the season and I'd say that's the best of the bunch.
65 MINS
Bernardo resorts to a violent push on Rashford in an attempt to stop the youngster breaking through once again. Free kick to United.
68 MINS
Substitution: Ramirez is replaced by Traore.
Leadbitter is replaced by Gestede.
72 MINS
Boro are on the front foot now for the first time in this match, as they attempt to close the gap on this two goal deficit.
Traore delivers a deep ball into the box, but Downing's header is intercepted.
75 MINS
Rojo sends a ball up to Fellaini, who chases possession to the touchline. Bernardo manages to keep up this time and slides in to redeem the ball.
77 MINS
GOAL
MIDDLESBROUGH 1 - 2 MANCHESTER UNITED
Gestede has snatched one back for Boro, with a close range strike. Smalling fails to clear his lines, allowing the substitute the chance to knock it past De Gea.
Is this the start of a triumphant comeback? We'll see.
83 MINS
Traore picks up possession inside of his own half, but he is quickly took to the ground by Carrick. United look shaky.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments