Middlesbrough v QPR player ratings
QPR clinched a superb away victory, winning 2-0 at Middlesbrough. Here’s how we rated each Rangers player.
Asmir Begovic: 8
An outstanding performance from the keeper, who produced a number of fine saves.
Osman Kakay: 7
Battled hard on the right of the defence.
Steve Cook: 7
Was having an excellent game but picked up an injury and had to be substituted shortly before half-time.
Morgan Fox: 7
Moved from the left to the middle of the back three after Cook’s exit and did a solid job.
Paul Smyth: 8
A terrific performance. A problem for Boro on the right flank, set up the second goal, and got through plenty of defensive work.
Sam Field: 7
Steady and calming in midfield, particularly during a spell when Rangers had to absorb second-half pressure.
Jack Colback: 8
The summer signing has made a real difference since coming into the side. Scored for the second time in as many games and competed brilliantly.
Andre Dozzell: 8
The in-form midfielder scored with a thumping strike – his first QPR goal – and was again impressive in a more advanced role in front of Field and Colback.
Kenneth Paal: 8
A fine performance on the left. Did well defensively and was always keen to get forward.
Ilias Chair: 7
Sent a first-half effort wide and took up some great positions. Put in some good defensive work as well.
Sinclair Armstrong: 7
Worked hard up front. Missed a good chance when he didn’t react quickly to a ball in from Smyth. Had another sight of goal when he was denied by former R’s keeper Seny Dieng.
Jake Clarke-Salter: 7
Returned to first-team action as Cook’s replacement and did very well.
Rayan Kolli: 6
Lively up front after coming on for Armstrong in the second half.
angryoap
03/09/2023 @ 9:11 am
Was that goal of the season or what?
T Block Dave
03/09/2023 @ 8:58 am
Lots of heart, passion and commitment, the team matched the crowd. Ainsworth has changed the mentality, they now “believe” they can, defend, control, attack and score. Great day out, clean sheet, scored 2, with a contender for goal of the season, out sang Boro and took the piss out of Dieng ! And even the limited number of trains didn’t spoil the day !