Injuries are always gonna happen yes but they do have a big effect on a team, look at Utd's performances since Giggs has returned. Maybe if Boro had Downing back and maybe Mendieta(is he injured or not getting picked) They might look better and create more chances for Hasslebaink, Viduke and Yakubu.

Boro have got Man City today then and Newcastle Monday, should be two good games to watch - are you two Boro fans gonna be watching them?