On Saturday afternoon, Plymouth Argyle and Middlesbrough play in the championship.
Middlesbrough vs. Plymouth Argyle: Michael Carrick’s team travels to Home Park to take on Steven Schumacher’s Pilgrims. With their respective losses in their most recent championship games, both teams will be motivated to win three points.
Stoke City ended Boro’s winning streak, while promotion-chasing Ipswich Town defeated Argyle 3-2.
The hosts are in 19th place with 15 points from 14 games going into the tie. In the meantime, Boro are ranked 10th in the table thanks to their impressive run of play before the Potters defeat, which kept them well out of the relegation zone.
Ahead of the game, we look at five players who could dictate Plymouth Argyle vs Middlesbrough.
Hayden Hackney
Boro Academy graduate Hackney is one of the team’s most influential players, and when he’s on his game, Carrick and co. often find success. He’s composed and progressive in possession, and his tenacity off the ball makes him a handful throughout the entire game.
Plymouth will have a job on their hands limiting his impact but keeping him quiet could go a long way to securing a result.
Ben Waine
With Mustapha Bundu and Ryan Hardie both on the on the sidelines, it seems that Ben Waine will lead the line for Schumacher’s Pilgrims.
The 22-year-old is a promising player,, but as he continues his development, his minutes have been managed. This is a big chance for the New Zealand international to catch the eye,, and his return of three goals in two EFL Cup games shows he knows where the goal is.
Josh Coburn
Summer signing Emmanuel Latte Lath looks to be gaining momentum as he settles with Boro. Coburn has been the starting striker in recent weeks,, but you feel his place in the team could be at risk if his goal return doesn’t pick up a bit.
Plymouth Argyle have defensive susceptibilities that Coburn could expose, so this could be a good chance for him to tighten his grip on a starting spot. His height and hold-up ability make him a real handful.
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Morgan Whittaker
When Plymouth Argyle are in form, Whittaker is usually at the center of their success. Cutting in from the right-hand side onto his left foot is when he’s at his most dangerous, so the Middlesbrough defenders will have to stay alert.
Whittaker has proven his championship ability with six goals and three assists so far.
Deal Fry
Last but not least is Middlesbrough’s rock at the back, Deal Fry. The leadership and aerial presence he offers make him an ever-present figure on Carrick’s side,, and Plymouth will have a tough task getting past him if they’re to find any joy this weekend.
Plymouth Argyle vs.. Middlesbrough kicks off at Home Park at 15:00 tomorrow afternoon.
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