Middlesbrough Prepare for Championship Clash Against Burnley
Boro face Burnley at Turf Moor on Friday evening, following their victory over Hull City at the Riverside.
Middlesbrough prepare to face Burnley in a Championship clash at Turf Moor on Friday, marking their return to league action after a 3-1 victory over Hull City at the Riverside.
The evening game, with an 8 p.m. kick off, promises to be pivotal for both sides. Historical data reflects a mixed track record for Boro at Burnley’s home ground, with two wins, two draws, and two losses in their last six visits. Their most recent encounter at Turf Moor, which took place during the 2022-23 season, ended in disappointment for Boro as they succumbed to a 3-1 defeat, despite taking an early lead through Duncan Watmore.
Approximately 2,200 Middlesbrough supporters expected to make the journey to Lancashire for the game, with Sky Sports providing live coverage on both the Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football channels.
Head coach Michael Carrick faces vital selection decisions ahead of this encounter, especially with the return of several key players following spells of injury and illness. Seny Dieng is set to make his comeback after being sidelined for three matches, presenting a potential selection headache for Carrick as he weighs up the performances of Sol Brynn, who has impressed in Dieng's absence.
Additionally, Rav van den Berg has resumed training, further expanding Carrick's options, while Dael Fry’s display against Hull may earn him a starting position. Delano Burgzorg is expected to maintain his place in the starting XI, despite the returning Riley McGree. Meanwhile, Aidan Morris continues his recovery, and long-term absentees Darragh Lenihan, Tommy Smith, and Alex Bangura remain out.
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Burnley manager, Scott Parker, faces challenges regarding squad fitness as key players Manuel Benson, Aaron Ramsey, and Lyle Foster are expected to miss out on the fixture.
