Reports suggest the Boro could be without forwards Jimmy Floyd Haselbaink (hamstring), Mark Viduka (back) and Joseph Desire Job (hamstring). The defence fairs slightly better with Ugo Ehiogu (calf) and Chris Riggott (thigh) both doubtful, while the midfield could be without the services of Ray Parlour (knee).
The medical staff at Rockliffe Park will be working overtime today as Boro make final preparations for the game, before flying out to the Czech Republic tomorrow.