Westley set to freshen side up

Westley watched on from the sidelines as his side threw away a 2-0 goal lead in the final two minutes of their clash with Accrington at the weekend, Boro's second successive draw, and could be tempted to hand a number of players a recall.

Striker Chris Beardsley made a 30-minute substitute appearance against Stanley and could return in place of Craig Reid to partner Byron Harrison, while midfielder Rob Sinclair will be hoping for a more prominent role following his 30-minute outing in place of Peter Winn.

Fellow midfielder Stacy Long and defender Darius Charles could also be set for a return to the starting XI.

Darren Murphy is still two weeks away from a comeback from a shoulder injury, while Joel Byrom is doubtful with a foot and ankle problem.

Source: PA

Source: PA