Alfie Jones believes Middlesbrough have a ‘massive’ ability to grind out results, but has revealed their next target after a positive start to the season.

Boro managed to stretch their unbeaten run to eight games on Tuesday evening as they took a 0-0 draw against Stoke City when not at their best. The point ensured they remained top of the Championship.

But it was another performance of two halves from Boro - on this occasion dominating first-half proceedings before tailing off in the second half and needing to dig deep to ensure they avoided their first loss of the campaign. With that in mind, the thing Boro’s players are looking to do next is no surprise at all.

Jones said: “It's the saying isn't it, if you can't win don't lose. I think that's massive in this league. The next step

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