Boro can play major role in title race

MIDDLESBROUGH manager Steve McClaren is aware his resurgent team can play a key role in the destination of the Premiership title.

McClaren is relishing the challenge of a home game with Arsenal but is undecided over who will be declared champions.

The former number two to Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford said: “There will be many twists and turns in the final games. The team that holds its nerve the most will come out on top. It is a question of handling pressure.