Two key Middlesbrough players have proven themselves...

Boro are functioning as a really effective attacking unit

Finn Azaz is quickly becoming a valuable member of this Middlesbrough squad.

As Boro had always intended, the Republic of Ireland international has assumed a pivotal role in planning his

attacking threat. Michael Carrick took a risk by starting him against Hull City even though he knew he wasn’t fully fit.

However, Azaz had a significant influence and provided a thorough illustration of the contribution he contributes to

this side’s operation. When Boro acquired Azaz from Aston Villa, they most likely thought he would quickly assume control.

It has taken longer than expected but now Azaz is dominant on the ball and showing the belief to become the Boro

player that was always within in. The No.10 role is important to Carrick. It was incredible how quickly Morgan

Rogers developed so rapidly in the position and was transformed into a £15m player – eventually leading to an

England call-up.

Azaz will start drawing scouts from the major clubs if he keeps up this pace. Even though he isn’t a £15 million player

yet, if he keeps improving at his current pace, he will be able to achieve that level. Finn will no longer be used on the

left flank as a stopgap occasionally.

In addition to directing play, Azaz is also starting to score goals, which is a double plus for Boro. Boro signed him on

a permanent contract after his 15 goals during two loan stints with Plymouth Argyle demonstrated his exceptional

effectiveness in front of goal.

With Boro, he is now one in three. Furthermore, it can only grow better. It is obvious that important players are

essential to the Boro squad. It’s encouraging to see that Hayden Hackney has recovered well in this regard as well.

Because he is an essential component in supporting assaults as well as supporting his defenders, Hackney has been

missed during his absence.

Boro becomes more dangerous as Hackney and Azaz collaborate in the centre. Additionally, it leaves other teams

overburdened because they must additionally contend with Ben Doak’s danger.We adore seeing the dynamic Scottish

international on the ball, and he has significantly increased Boro’s attacking danger with his creative contributions.

He is another person who will be deeply

At Liverpool, his influence on Boro and Scotland will not have gone ignored. Therefore, it will be hoped that the Reds

won’t knock on his door in January to take him back. In any event, Doak would much rather play regular games for

Boro in the Championship than be forced to sit on the bench for Liverpool.

With a crucial match against Leeds United on Tuesday, Doak, Azaz, Hackney, and company will soon face their true

test.Both of these opponents have their sights set on the two automatic promotion slots, and Leeds comes off a hard-

fought draw against Burnley.

At the very least, Boro’s performances in this match will demonstrate to Carrick and the Teesside supporters how

strong we are in our efforts to secure a spot in the top six. There is little doubt that Carrick will send his men out to play fearlessly.

Boro won and drew with Southampton last season, defeated Leicester City twice, and got a respectable point at

Portman Road against Ipswich. An important attribute of Boro is their propensity to ramp up the style while playing

the best teams. You wouldn’t rule out their chances against Leeds, particularly given that they have important

players back in place and the bit between their teeth again.