Amario Cozier-Duberry delivered another influential performance for Middlesbrough in their 2-2 draw at Birmingham last Friday. The 21-year-old Brighton loanee created the opening goal for Max Arfsten with a driving run that beat multiple defenders, though he was not credited with an official assist.
Kim Hellberg hailed Cozier-Duberry and strike partner Tommy Conway as "brilliant for 60 minutes" before fatigue set in during a demanding week. The winger had scored in his previous two outings, including the 4-3 win over Norwich, and has quickly become a key figure in Boro's attack.
The Riverside side sit third in the Championship with 15 points from eight games, just two points off the top. This hard-earned point at St Andrew's keeps them firmly in the promotion picture ahead of a key home fixture against fourth-placed Wolves on 10 October. Check our fixtures page for the full schedule.
Adilson Malanda's 88th-minute equaliser salvaged a point at St Andrew's after a James Beadle error, the club confirmed. Manager Kim Hellberg said his side must "concede a little bit fewer goals" and improve their game management. Boro, third with 15 points, have now drawn their last two matches, including the 2-2 result at Birmingham.
