Middlesbrough's winning run came to an end with defeat to Blackburn Rovers on Wednesday night. We reflect on that game and the talking points to emerge from the Riverside, including:

• The importance of Finn Azaz
• Micah Hamilton's start to life on Teesside
• The latest on the injury and illness front
• What does Hull City's manager swap mean for Boro ahead of Saturday's game?

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