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Where do Boro go from here? The inquest after Hull defeat
April 06, 2017 13:40 - 16 minutesIt was the game Boro simply couldn't afford to lose.They lost. So where do they go from here?The 4-2 defeat at the KCOM Stadium leaves Steve Agnew's side seven points adrift of safety with eight games to play.They still have a game in hand on the sides above them but Boro are now in need of snookers and a remarkable turnaround in form if they're to avoid the drop.So after 13 games without a win, are there any positives to cling to? And how will Steve Agnew pick his players back up?Dominic Sha...
'A massive sea change in approach' - Boro's new coaching team discussed
March 29, 2017 14:08 - 27 minutesFirst there was Steve Agnew. Then came Joe Jordan. Paul Jenkins stepped up to join the first team coaching staff. And earlier this week Jonathan Woodgate returned.Boro's bench has been transformed in the last fortnight following an inevitable reshuffle after Aitor Karanka's departure.So was Woodgate's return a surprise? And what will the experienced Teessider bring to the party?Steve Agnew is also discussed as our writers discuss the the challenge for the boss from now until the end of the s...
How will Aitor Karanka be remembered and what next for the Spaniard?
March 23, 2017 12:15 - 29 minutesWhat is Aitor Karanka's legacy at Boro?And where next for the Spanish boss?A week on from Karanka's Boro exit, our writers gathered to reflect on his time in charge and to discuss where it went wrong in the final months.They look back on the highs, the lows, the best signings and the fall-outs. And debate Karanka's likely options as he looks to further his coaching career.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast. For information...
The Alvaro Negredo questions
March 09, 2017 16:59 - 19 minutesBoro did the hard part by signing Alvaro Negredo in the summer, says Jonathon Taylor in this week's Tripe Supper podcast.But with that in mind, have the side got the best out of the Spaniard this season? Or have they tamed their own Beast because of the system they play?Negredo was dropped for the Stoke game last week after being replaced at half-time against Crystal Palace. So should he started against his former side Manchester City on Saturday?And should Boro sign him on a permanent deal t...
Is Adam Clayton Aitor Karanka's best signing?
March 03, 2017 16:19 - 18 minutesAfter Adam Clayton signed a new Boro deal earlier this week, the no-nonsense midfielder was the subject of this week's Boro podcast.Dominic Shaw was joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to discuss the ex-Huddersfield and Leeds man, his role in the Boro side and his strengths and weaknesses.Also discussed:*Has Clayton turned out to be Aitor Karanka's best signing?*How much is he worth now?*Is Marten de Roon playing a more advanced role because of Clayton's form?*Is Clayton capable o...
'Stuani should be a cult hero...' - so why isn't he?
February 20, 2017 12:33 - 20 minutesCristhian Stuani. Discuss.The scorer of some vitally important goals in the past - the latest of which came on Saturday against Oxford United - but still the subject of much derision in some quarters.Is he wasted on the right? Is he a weak-link on the right? Does he do a good job on the right?Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor discuss the Uruguayan in this week's Tripe Supper."He should be a cult hero," says Anthony.So why isn't he? For information regarding your data privacy...
Being under the radar & Boro's FA Cup prospects
February 16, 2017 16:13 - 23 minutesPhil, Vic, Dom and Jono look ahead to Saturday's fifth round clash with Oxford and assess the Premier League relegation race For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: Ramirez's return and relegation scrap realisation
February 10, 2017 11:25 - 27 minutesIt's tight and nervy at the bottom - so do Boro have what it takes to get out of trouble?And how important is Gaston Ramirez's reintegration and return as Karanka's side look to reverse their recent run of form.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss recent performances, assess the importance of upcoming games and analyse the return to the first team fold of Ramirez. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your...
Assessing Boro's transfer window & the battle against relegation
February 03, 2017 14:40 - 34 minutesPhilip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor ask whether Boro are stronger after their January business & look ahead to Tottenham For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where will Bamford fit in for Boro?
January 19, 2017 14:27 - 20 minutesHe's back!Patrick Bamford completed his return to Boro this week, signing a four-and-a-half year deal on Teesside.But why didn't it work out for him in three loan moves to other Premier League clubs? And can Aitor Karanka get the best out of him at Boro? And where will he fit into the side?Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss Bamford in this week's Tripe Supper podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy...
Watford draw, a changed system and Gaston's future
January 15, 2017 13:00 - 21 minutesA second stalemate on the bounce - but plenty of talking points nonetheless.Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor got the mic rolling on their way home from Vicarage Road and talked the switch to 5-3-2, Karanka's reaction to the Gaston question and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are Boro right to allow Downing to leave on loan?
January 11, 2017 13:45 - 19 minutesDom is joined by Vic & Jono to discuss Stewart Downing's Boro career & what next for him For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the Gestede deal the start of a busy month of movement on striker front?
January 05, 2017 13:03 - 24 minutesIt's the first week in January but Boro have already set their stall out in the transfer window, bringing in Rudy Gestede and allowing Tomas Mejias and Julien de Sart to leave on loan.So what will Gestede offer the side? And what does his arrival mean for Jordan Rhodes and David Nugent?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's Tripe Supper.Our writers also discuss attacking midfielders and the need to recruit a winger in January.And they ...
Tripe Supper special with BDO No.1 Glen Durrant
January 05, 2017 12:36 - 53 minutesMiddlesbrough's own Glen Durrant is the top seed and the bookies' favourite ahead of this year's BDO World Championship.Durrant has had a stunning year and heads for the Lakeside full of confidence.And ahead of the opener at Frimley Green, the Gazette's Dominic Shaw and Adam Steel had the pleasure of sitting down with Duzza to talk arrows and a lot more.In this Tripe Supper special, Durrant looks back on his childhood, assesses his rise up the rankings and is asked about the speculation surro...
Another missed opportunity , Stuani debate, who replaces Barragan?
December 27, 2016 08:27 - 18 minutesBoro handed Burnley a belated Christmas gift in the form of three points in the Boxing Day battle at Turf Moor.It was a turgid affair and one that looked set to finish goalless until Victor Valdes spilled Andre Gray's striker into his own net.But the frustration in the stands stemmed from Boro's bluntness at the other end and their struggle to create chances against a Burnley side that had kept just one clean sheet in their last 11 games.Cristhian Stuani was a talking point post-match after t...
Pre-Burnley & the Karanka/Dyche rivalry
December 21, 2016 12:18 - 31 minutesVic, Phil & Jono look ahead to Boro's Boxing Day clash at Burnley For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: Downing's battle and more to come from de Roon?
December 07, 2016 17:32 - 22 minutesBoro's midfield was one of the talking points as our writers recorded this week's Tripe SupperAdam Forshaw has been outstanding of late and is receiving deserving plaudits, while Adam Clayton impressed against Hull.Marten de Roon makes up Aitor Karanka's first choice midfield, yet the Dutchman is playing in a more advanced role than we perhaps expected.De Roon's performances so far are discussed by Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire, as is the fact Stewart Downing has struggl...
The Tripe Supper: Getting the best out of Gaston and Hull game previewed
December 02, 2016 11:41 - 18 minutesGaston Ramirez will be looking to prove a point to his former employers when Hull visit the Riverside on Monday night,The Uruguayan had a stint on loan at Humberside but the Tigers failed to get the best out of him.Getting the best of him is crucial for Boro this season. After a disappointing display against Chelsea, Ramirez was much improved at Leicester last week and, on song, can be a crucial figure for Aitor Karanka's side.Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor discuss Ramire...
The Negredo debate and how should Boro set up against rival teams?
November 22, 2016 16:45 - 22 minutesThe fixture list facing Boro after the home defeat to Watford was a daunting one but five points and a +1 goal difference from four testing games is an excellent return.Now, though, Boro must build on those improved displays in games against rivals.Hull and Swansea both visit the Riverside in the coming weeks while Leicester may well be champions but they're only two points above the drop zone as things stand.Our writers discuss the positives of Boro's recent improved displays.And Dominic Sh...
The Tripe Supper: Karanka's three years and the club Boro hope to emulate
November 11, 2016 13:51 - 33 minutesHappy Karankaversary.Sunday marks three years in charge for Boro's head coach .Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire to discuss how the boss has changed during his time in charge, his signings and the vital additions off the pitch.And what next? Our writers look ahead to the next three years and how Karanka and Boro will look to progress.They also discuss the Premier League club Boro hope to emulate as they look to establish themselves at the top le...
The Tripe Supper: Are Boro better or worse off than we thought they'd be at this stage of season?
October 27, 2016 14:59 - 25 minutesBelow, level or over par?Boro approach Saturday's game with Bournemouth with seven points on the board. Is that more or less than you'd planned for at this stage of the season?Anthony Vickers thinks Boro are two points behind where they'd have expected to be after nine games.He joins Dominic Shaw and Philip Tallentire to discuss the positives, the negatives and the surprises of the season so far in this week's Boro podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy...
The Tripe Supper: Formations - Is 4-2-3-1 the answer for Boro?
October 18, 2016 15:54 - 23 minutesIt's a conversation which has cropped up again and again and again.4-2-3-1. Is it the answer for Boro? Is it a system that gets the best out of the side? Aitor Karanka clearly thinks so and pointed out after the defeat to Watford that it was the system that led Boro to promotion.True. So what's the problem?Well the lack of creativity in recent weeks is a concern, but is that the system or the mentality?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to discuss...
'The need to make a success of Valdes and what's solution in attacking midfield?'
September 22, 2016 15:56 - 25 minutesThe situation between the sticks, the need to cut out the errors at the back and the decisions to be made on the right side of midfield are all discussed in our latest podcast offering.Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to reflect on Boro's defeats to Crystal Palace and Everton."it would be ridiculous to panic," at this stage, says Phil.But the Boro editor says Karanka's side must find a solution to the recent defensive mistakes and in attacking midfield.And what ...
Tripe Supper: Transfers, defensive competition, attacking midfield options
September 02, 2016 15:58 - 25 minutesSo that's it until January.With transfer deadline wrapped up and five points from a possible nine in the Premier League, there was plenty to discuss in the latest Tripe Supper.Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to talk Boro's summer business, the wealth of defensive options and the first choice trio of attacking midfielders following the departure of Albert Adomah. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choic...
Where will Boro finish? Who'll be top scorer? Who'll go down?
August 12, 2016 15:33 - 26 minutesPredictions time!On the eve of the new Premier League season, our writers took a punt at their predictions for the new campaign.And the good news is Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor all have Boro to stay up!A bit of optimism before the big-kick off.Our writers also discuss who they think will top the Boro goalscoring charts, who'll tumble through the Premier League trap door and who'll lift the top flight title, though Anthony says he's not too fussed about that.The focus als...
'Boro are ambitious and this is an exciting project, players want to be involved in that'
July 08, 2016 12:48 - 21 minutesWhat a week!Five signings through the door and Boro haven't even kicked a ball this summer yet.No surprises as to what's the topic of conversation in this week's podcast.Anthony Vickers talks about how impressed he is with the way Boro are going about getting their business done early this year, and says there's an "exciting project" ongoing at the Riverside which players want to be involved in.Anthony joins Dominic Shaw and Jonathon Taylor to discuss transfers, TV games and the first of Boro...
'Every position is up for grabs - nobody is bullet proof'
June 18, 2016 19:03 - 25 minutesThe Boro goalkeeping debate rumbles on.Do Boro need to add a new stopper this summer? And if they do, does he go in as the No.1?Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for this week's podcast.As well as the situation between the sticks, our writers also pick their way through next season's fixture list and discuss new signing Bernardo Espinosa. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
The Tripe Supper: Can you put a valuation on Boro's players before they play in Premier League?
June 10, 2016 16:28 - 21 minutes - 20 MBDoes every player still have a price?With the game awash with TV money, are clubs still under pressure to sell players? Not that Boro are in a position where they will be tempted to cash in at the minute. After winning promotion to the Premier League, Aitor Karanka and Steve Gibson's priority will be adding to the squad, not losing key players. Which is why reports linking Newcastle United with a move for Daniel Ayala were widely laughed off this week. The club value Ayala at £15m, according...
The Tripe Supper: Can you put a valuation on Boro's players before they play in Premier League?
June 10, 2016 16:25 - 22 minutesDoes every player still have a price?With the game awash with TV money, are clubs still under pressure to sell players?Not that Boro are in a position where they will be tempted to cash in at the minute.After winning promotion to the Premier League, Aitor Karanka and Steve Gibson's priority will be adding to the squad, not losing key players.Which is why reports linking Newcastle United with a move for Daniel Ayala were widely laughed off this week.The club value Ayala at £15m, according to r...
The Tripe Supper: Increased revenue, increased scrutiny - life in the Premier League
June 03, 2016 07:32 - 27 minutesWhen Boro have a Saturday off during the football season, Anthony Vickers paces around his living room kicking his heels.But is a lack of Saturday 3pm kick-offs something we're going to have to get used to in the Premier League.The new TV deal - coming into operation this coming season - ensures live games will be kicking off here, there and everywhere during the weekends.But then again, how many times will Boro be on the box now they're in the Premier League? Surely it won't be a weekly occu...
'There's something good going on in terms of identifying transfer targets': Tripe Supper on signings, scouting and season card prices
May 27, 2016 08:41 - 38 minutesSo there was an early strike for Boro with the addition of Viktor Fischer, an intriguing and exciting signing from Ajax who arrives with pedigree and admirers aplenty.And it's the kind of signing which could see Boro reaping the rewards of their scouting system, says Anthony Vickers.He uses Victor Lindelof as an example. OK, Boro didn't get the deal over the line in January but the fact they almost signed a player for £3m who is now being linked with a £20m move to Manchester United shows the...
'Boro will upgrade in every department but don't expect a radical overhaul'
May 18, 2016 08:38 - 26 minutesThe transfer talk has started already.And if it's picking up pace at this stage of the season, just imagine what it's going to be like come June and July.But while Boro have money to spend, and lots of it, Anthony Vickers says fans shouldn't expect a radical overhaul of the squad this summer.Instead, he says, it's about adding extra components to the well-oiled machine that's served Boro well.He expects an upgrade in every department and the arrival of "better players".So what positions shoul...
'A huge sigh of relief, an incredible weekend - and we deserved it'
May 11, 2016 10:38 - 27 minutesFor the first time ever, The Tripe Supper is a Premier League podcast!As much as we'd love to say this was recorded from the roof of the Dickens Inn on Sunday afternoon, unfortunately it wasn't.But our writers were still on a high when they got together to look back on a memorable weekend for the club.Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor reflected on a historic season with a fitting finale. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy L...
'It's been a fantastic season complete with every possible emotion - let's finish it in style'
May 04, 2016 16:02 - 22 minutes"There's enough nervous energy on Teesside to power the whole area for a decade," says Anthony Vickers in this week's podcast.In between biting their nails, our writers look ahead to THAT game against Brighton at the Riverside this weekend.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony and Jonathon Taylor to discuss what we can expect of the deciding game, Karanka's call for the "best" referee and whether or not there's another twist in the race for the title. For information regarding your data privacy...
Permutations, high stakes, Birmingham away and THAT final day: Tripe Supper
April 26, 2016 09:09 - 20 minutes"There are that many permutations it doesn't sit well with sanity to try to keep all the balls in the air," says Anthony Vickers in this week's podcast.And he believes the three teams at the top will all win this coming weekend to leave it perfectly poised going into the final day.Well, perfectly poised for the neutral perhaps.First up Birmingham, where Jonathon Taylor has called for Boro to deliver a performance similar to the one against Ipswich - but with a finishing touch in front of goal...
'Aitor Karanka has finally found his best attacking quartet': Tripe Supper
April 07, 2016 14:40 - 21 minutesEveryone knows what the stakes are and Boro's players have shown that they understand that with their performances in recent weeks, says Anthony Vickers in this week's Tripe Supper.And Aitor Karanka's side must continue to build on those recent displays in a stage of the season where the promotion chasing sides simply can't afford a slip-up."Boro are threatening the kind of run which we looked at a month ago and said that's exactly what needs to be done," says Jonathon Taylor.Jono and Anthony...
'Boro looked on the brink of implosion but the late goal against Hull completely changed the perspective'
March 22, 2016 10:04 - 18 minutesJust how crucial was Boro's win against Hull City last Friday night?"It changed the perspective of everything," says Philip Tallentire.And the Gazette's Boro editor praised the players for their late show - saying it demonstrates their strength of character after a difficult fortnight.So is it a good thing to have a fortnight off now or would Boro have preferred to build on that victory?Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast, where the conversa...
The Tripe Supper: What's the current state of play and what can we expect from here?
March 14, 2016 16:19 - 19 minutesThe performance at Charlton on Sunday "focused minds", says Philip Tallentire, with club chiefs keen to end the uncertainty as quickly as possible.The chairman, says Anthony Vickers, has held a number of meetings with players, backroom staff and key advisers today with a view to making a decision imminently.Anthony, Philip and Jonathon Taylor join Dominic Shaw to record a Tripe Supper, looking back at a weekend of confusion and a crucial 48 hours for the club at a vital stage of the season. ...
'The anxiety and the nervousness stems from the high stakes': The Tripe Supper
March 11, 2016 12:59 - 27 minutesWe'd all hoped Boro would be away and gone at the top of the Championship by now, says Philip Tallentire in this week's podcast.But, argues Anthony Vickers: "This is a ruthless division and if performances drop off you'll pay the price."They join Dominic Shaw to discuss the defeat to Rotherham and the huge game against struggling Charlton at the Valley this weekend.The mood around the camp is the centre of the discussion while Daniel Ayala's troubling injury and Aitor Karanka's comments on th...
The Tripe Supper: Aitor Karanka's Blackburn comments and need for reaction against Wolves
March 02, 2016 21:16 - 25 minutesA dig or a deflection?Aitor Karanka's post-match comments caused quite the stir at Ewood Park - so was he in the right?Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Anthony Vickers and Jonathan Taylor for this week's podcast.Can Boro handle the pressure? They'll need to because it's going to grow by the week from now until the end of the season, say our writers. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: Squad options and Cardiff City preview
February 19, 2016 09:17 - 22 minutes"It's crucial to get this run out of the way to settle the nerves."Philip Tallentire believes Boro are far better than their performances of late suggest and has called for Karanka's side to put the "annoying" recent results behind them.We've heard plenty about the strength and quality of Aitor Karanka's side so now is the time to put that to good use with both Ben Gibson and Adam Clayton ruled out of the game against Cardiff.Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Tay...
The Tripe Supper: Leeds United v Boro preview
February 14, 2016 15:37 - 22 minutesAfter four without a win, is the result all that matters for Boro at Elland Road on Monday night?Jonathon Taylor isn't so sure, stressing that he believes a positive performance is the most important thing after a few below-par displays.But Boro editor Philip Tallentire says he can't see anything other than a win for Aitor Karanka's side.A win would take Boro back to the top of the Championship, though they go into the game two points behind Hull City after Steve Bruce's side won at Blackburn...
The Tripe Supper: What's caused Boro's slip-ups of late - and how do they put it right?
February 08, 2016 22:15 - 23 minutesA lack of goals at one end and injury disruption at the other have contributed to Boro's blip of late, say our writers in the latest Tripe Supper podcast.But how do they put it right?"If Boro play at their best, the rest of the division may as well pack up now," says Philip Tallentire, who believes Boro are "formidable" if they're at their best.But three games without a win have let their promotion rivals plug the gap at the top.Dominic Shaw is joined by Phil, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Tay...
The Tripe Supper - Burnley preview and transfer talk
January 08, 2016 17:35 - 26 minutesCan we expect Boro to sign a left-sided midfield player?Anthony Vickers believes so.That was one of the topics of conversation in this week's Tripe Supper as our writers discuss the January transfer window and potential incomings at Rockliffe.It should be said that the podcast was recorded ahead of Muzzy Carayol's move to Leeds United, which was confirmed on Friday.Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor also look ahead to the FA Cup tie against Burnley and assess...
The Tripe Supper: 'All the indications are that Boro are stronger mentally this year'
December 23, 2015 08:19 - 17 minutesIt seems fitting that Boro cap off a memorable year by topping the table at Christmas.Of course, there's plenty of work still to be done.The game at Blackburn marks the halfway point in this Championship season with plenty of twists and turns still to come, no doubt.But Anthony Vickers believes that Boro are "stronger mentally" than they were this time last year.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony and Philip Tallentire to look back on what has been a calendar year which will live long in the me...
'With two home games to come we could see daylight opening up': Tripe Supper on Boro's festive fixtures and January transfer window
December 11, 2015 14:51 - 22 minutesAre the games against promotion rivals the perfect opportunity to steal a march or a case of must not lose?Boro come up against fellow promotion chasers in the weeks to come as we get set for a frantic run of fixtures over the festive period.The two home games to come offer the opportunity for Boro to open up daylight on the teams behind, says Philip Tallentire in this week's podcast.As well as discussing the games ahead, our writers switch focus to the January transfer market and discuss whe...
The Tripe Supper - Huddersfield preview
November 27, 2015 15:09 - 30 minutesBack to business this weekend as Boro head to Huddersfield Town.And to get some insight into Saturday's opponents, our writers were joined by the Huddersfield Examiner's Alex Porter - the first ever special guest on the Tripe Supper!Alex talked us through the Terriers, taking a close look at the impact David Wagner has made since taking charge.She joins Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to look ahead to the game.Harry Chapman is also discussed. The young forward got on the s...
Tripe Supper: 'You'd have to be pretty negative to say Middlesbrough FC aren't on the right track'
November 14, 2015 12:51 - 29 minutesThe international break offers the opportunity to assess the season so far - so are Boro better off than they were this time last year?In the week Aitor Karanka celebrated two years in charge, a rarity at any Championship club these days, Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to take stock of the campaign so far."You'd have to be pretty negative to say Boro aren't on the right track," says Philip Tallentire.But the Gazette's Boro editor also said that Karanka's sid...
The Tripe Supper - Stewart Downing
November 05, 2015 11:48 - 17 minutesThere's still more to come from Stewart Downing.That's the confident claim of Philip Tallentire who believes the wing wizard turned central playmaker is quickly stamping his authority on the Championship.First he was dropped, then he was named captain - Downing has hogged the headlines over the last week.And after his matchwinning display against Rotherham on Tuesday night, Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss Boro's marquee summer signing."If he stays fi...
The Tripe Supper: Can Boro dump Man United out of the cup?
October 27, 2015 17:56 - 17 minutesCan Boro pull off another cup shock?Manchester United are two points off the top of the Premier League and looking to advance in the Champions League but Boro won't be deterred as they look to slay another Premier League hotshot in the cup."It's possible if Boro are at their best," says Philip Tallentire as our writers look ahead to Wednesday's cup tie at Old Trafford.Phil, Dominic Shaw and Jonathon Taylor were in agreement that Boro's mercurial players need to be on song at the Theatre of Dr...