Juninho to start in North-east derby

World Cup winner Juninho was handed a place in the starting line-up for the first time since his latest return to Middlesbrough for tonight’s derby clash with Newcastle.

The 30-year-old Brazilian, who scored as a substitute in the 1-1 draw with Everton on Saturday, was one of three changes as the injured Chris Riggott and Malcolm Christie, as well as Colin Cooper, made way with Ugo Ehiogu and Massimo Maccarone also winning recalls.