Alvaro Negredo superb again as Middlesbrough thrash Swansea 3-0

Alvaro Negredo scored twice to ensure victory for Middlesbrough in their Premier League match against Swansea.Middlesbrough struck three times at home to secure a vital three points over relegation rivals Swansea City. Alvaro Negredo will take the plaudits following a commanding performance, which yielded two goals including an excellent finish with his back to goal. The result clawed back 'Boro's goal difference to a respectable minus three which could prove crucial at the end of the season.

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Negredo brought his class in an experienced showing that coincided with the return of playmaker Gaston Ramirez. The two linked up well throughout but Negredo was able to stamp his influence on…