Middlesbrough will look to uphold their recent giant-killing reputation after heading into the international break with two hard-earned away draws against title contenders Arsenal and Manchester City
Boro snatched a late point in the 1-1 draw at the Etihad two weeks ago in a resilient display that delighted boss Aitor Karanka. His men held their own and wore down a tiring City side, taking advantage of defensive slip-ups -- with Marten de Roon being in the right place at the right time to hammer home a bullet header from George Friend's pin-perfect cross in injury time. It was some praise after the game for City boss Pep Guardiola to say that it was easier to play against Barcelona than the chippy Teessiders.