Viduka off the mark to Boro's relief
Middlesbrough supporters have seen little evidence of the qualities that made Mark Viduka one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe during his time at Leeds, though last night they were treated to a masterclass in finishing from the Australian as he plundered his first goals for more than eight months to help Steve McClaren's side to an impressive away victory. Guardian
Viduka strikes twice to leave Birmingham fans singing the boos
Mark Viduka did more than just break Middlesbrough's scoring duck for 2005-06. He followed up with a second that is an early candidate for goal of the season. Independent
Reborn Viduka answers his critics
He has been derided as lazy and greedy, but last night Mark Viduka showed hunger and fight, scoring twice to give Middlesbrough their first win of the season at the expense of a sluggish Birmingham. Telegraph
Viduka puts Birmingham in their place with brace
An evening of firsts for Middlesbrough made for a dismal evening among the home supporters at St Andrew’s last night. Mark Viduka scored his first two goals of the season on his first start to give the visiting team their first victory of the campaign and their first Premiership points in this fixture in four attempts. Times