Middlesbrough 2 AZ Alkmaar 0

Last updated : 04 August 2007 By FootyMad
Boro scored two early goals through Stewart Downing and Yakubu and then kept the visitors at bay.

Two players who have taken part in the July Asian Cup returned to the squad for this match. Mark Schwarzer in goal and Dong Gook Lee on the bench.

Team: Schwarzer, Young (Hines 46), Davies, Wheater, Taylor, Sanli, Boateng, Arca (Walker 83), Downing, Aliadiere (Euell 65), Yakubu (Lee 65)

Subs Not Used: Jones, Grounds, Craddock

The next game is in the Premiership on August 18th when Blackburn Rovers visit the Riverside.