Middlesbrough loses to Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup

Middlesbrough exited the Carabao Cup on Tuesday following a 3-0 defeat against Premier League side Crystal Palace. Despite controlling 59.3% of possession and registering 16 shots compared to Palace's eight, Middlesbrough failed to convert its opportunities. Former midfielder Neil Maddison identified a lack of killer instinct as the primary reason for the defeat. Maddison noted that while the team produced positive moments, they struggled in the decisive areas inside the 18-yard boxes. He added that while the team played well in patches, the clinical performance of the visiting side proved the difference in the match. Middlesbrough now shifts focus following the loss in the competition.

• 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — 'Boro lacked killer instinct' - Maddison