Ben Gibson believes Boro’s tactical shift under Aitor Karanka has been a positive but admits the lack of punch up front needs solving
Ben Gibson in action for Boro against Bournemouth
The problems have been solved at the back - now for the sharp end.
That was the message from defender Ben Gibson after Boro’s battling goaless draw at Bournemouth.
“It was a job well done for the defence but that’s not good enough,” he said. “We know we need to start winning games. That’s only one win in nine now and we have to put that right.”
The commanding centre-back believes Boro’s tactical shift under Aitor Karanka has been a positive - but admits the resulting lack of punch up front is now a problem that needs solving.
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The team have stopped shipping goals and have clocked up 11 clean sheets in 16 games under Karanka
“We aren’t as fluid going forward and aren’t scoring goals but I think the change is worth it,” he said. “The only way you are ever going to be a success in this league is by building from the back.
“We’ve corrected that, we are solid - now just have to start putting the ball in the other net.”
And, he insists, Boro have the players to do it.
“I believe 100% in the players up front,” he said, “We’ve got good players. Albert (Adomah) has proved he can score in this league, Danny (Graham) is top calibre. He got two last week.
“Why we aren’t doing it a the minute is a question we haven’t answered yet but we’re working hard on it to put it right.”
At Bournemouth Gibson was busy as the home side bossed possession, so he was pleased with the draw.
“They dominated so we were quite happy to leave with a point,” he added.
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