Boro’s double blast sees off Hammers

STEWART DOWNING turned in an inspired display as Middlesbrough shook off their relegation fears to book their place in the FA Cup quarter-finals for the fourth successive year.

Boro’s double blast sees off Hammers

The England international curled home a brilliant fifth-minute free-kick to get his side off to the perfect start, and was a thorn in West Ham’s side throughout as the Teessiders claimed just their third win in 18 attempts in all competitions.

Tuncay Sanli’s 20th-minute volley gave Gareth Southgate’s men breathing space, and both the Turkey striker and Jeremie Aliadiere, who also reminded the Riverside Stadium faithful of his ability with a fine individual display, had chances to kill off the Hammers long before the final whistle.

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