Boro beat Millwall 3-0 away

A review of Middlesbrough’s performance and the post match ratings after the 3-0 victory at Millwall.

Boro secure 3-0 win at Millwall with standout ratings across the lineup

Middlesbrough claimed their first away win of the season by beating Millwall 3-0 at The Den. Hayden Hackney opened the scoring, Alfie Jones added a second, and Delano Burgzorg completed the scoring as Boro took control after an even start. The result reflected a balanced team performance and a dangerous counter when opportunities appeared.

Sol Brynn did not have to be busy but was solid when called upon. Luke Ayling produced a robust defensive display, Dael Fry and Alfie Jones were reliable at the back, and Callum Brittain supported the defense well. In midfield, Aidan Morris and Sammy Silvera kept the tempo up, while Abdoulaye Kante faced a challenging afternoon. Substitutes Sontje Hansen and Finn Azaz made bright cameos, helping turn pressure into a late flourish. The post-match ratings showed a spread of 7s and 8s, with a few 5s signaling learning moments for the squad.

The win hints at a growing away-day identity for Boro, built on a compact defense and quick transitions in attack. The defensive line held firm while the midfield pressed effectively, a combination that has underpinned their early season form. Yet the ratings also flag areas to tighten, notably in the pace of the younger players and in allocating chances to the forwards during sustained pressure. The contrasting fortunes of players like Kante, who faced a tough league debut, and Hansen, who added immediate impact off the bench, illustrate a squad still evolving under competitive pressure.

Highlights

Momentum matters most when fixtures pile up, and Boro will need to keep building it.