The ball dropped for Steve Lomas but his shot hit the near post and Boro scrambled the ball away.

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Skipper Steve Lomas and Manchester City's Kevin Horlock return after missing Northern Ireland's final Euro 2000 qualifier in October because of suspension.

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Steve Lomas' side kept up the pressure and Chris Millar floated a cross over from the right that was won in the air by Liam Craig.

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