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Middlesbrough were one of several high profile sides to succumb
to lower league opposition in the FA Cup quarter finals. As
soon as Boro start to produce results, inconsistency returns
to their game and once again they're found wanting. They should
avoid relegation but exit from the FA Cup and their mid-table
league position means it's another disappointing season for
Gareth Southgate and Steve Gibson. They travel to Villa Park
where O'Neill's men have turned things around since the defeat
at Craven Cottage with victories against Newcastle and Reading
plus a valuable point at the Emirates. With one of the top
four no longer in the FA Cup, Villa must push on for fifth
place to ensure a place in Europe next season. It's unlikely
they'll make up the 8 point gap but they don't look a side
ready to throw in the towel.
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