A taut, keenly contested game went Boro's way because their midfield of Szilard Nemeth, George Boateng, Ray Parlour and Bolo Zenden refused to let City settle. Zenden was outstanding, combining ball-winning with consistent creativity .... MORE
THE TELEGRAPH - Viduka makes the difference...
A construction tycoon from the United Arab Emirates was on Teesside last week discussing plans to turn Middlesbrough into a cross between Dubai and Las Vegas .... MORE
THE TIMES - Viduka's Goals Leave Bruce Travel-Weary...
Had he not signed a new five-year contract only a month ago, Birmingham boss Steve Bruce could have been 40 miles or so up the A19 yesterday, realising a lifetime ambition .... MORE
THE INDEPENDENT - Viduka's Verve Drives The McClaren Bandwagon...
Mark Viduka's sublime finishes - one an arrogant stroke into the net and the other a delightful glancing header into the top corner - ensured Middlesbrough have now scored two or more in each of their five opening games. In truth, the Aussie did very little else before his early departure. He simply won the game with his deftness of touch and certainty of purpose.... MORE