Stewart Downing says Boro were reminded of the quality of opposition in the Championship on a night Aston Villa inflicted our third loss this campaign.
Boro entertain Aston Villa at the Riverside this evening (5.30pm). We take a look at five players who have worn the colours of both clubs ahead of tonight's meeting.
Tony Pulis says he will be without striker Rudy Gestede, but will make a late call on Lewis Wing ahead of Boro's home clash with Aston Villa tomorrow evening (5.30pm).