As we approach the final month of the Championship season, the games are really beginning to increase in importance, with Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough a huge game on Tuesday.

The pair are fighting it out for a play-off position, with Boro currently in sixth, occupying the final place.

Therefore, Chris Wilder’s men will know that defeat will all but end their hopes of reaching the top six, whilst a draw is still going to give them an uphill task.

Tony Pulis’ side will head to Bramall Lane in confident mood after getting back to winning ways against Nottingham Forest at the weekend in comfortable fashion.

Given that, the former West Brom boss is sure to keep changes to a minimum for the vital game.

Here we look at the XI Boro should go with tomorrow…

The Ireland international is the number one and will hope to continue his strong season.

The former Birmingham player was recalled against Forest and was solid throughout so would expect to keep his place.

Ayala has been key to Boro in recent weeks and popped up with another vital goal last time out.

The Boro captain is a certain starter and will have to be on his game against a lively Blades attack.

Friend will have to be wary of the hosts attacking wing-backs whilst also covering his centre-backs.

In the only change from Saturday, Pulis may want to freshen things up after a very demanding schedule and starting a fully-fit Clayton ahead of Leadbitter would make sense given how important the midfield battle will be.

The Everton loanee has made a good impression at the Riverside and will need to put in a big performance against the Blades.

The former Norwich man will have a license to get forward and will have to be an option for the forward players.

The first name on the teamsheet. So much of Boro’s attacking play goes through the rapid Traore and the visitors will have to give him the ball at every opportunity.

After a rare goal last time out, Downing will be hoping to contribute again in the final third.

Even though he’s two without a goal and Britt Assombalonga is pushing for a start, Bamford deserves to keep his place after his excellent form in the past few months.