The Turkish striker volleyed home Stewart Downing's cross shortly before halftime to score the winner.

Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Shawky was left out of the team's squad. He played just once this season in a Carling Cup game.

His compatriot Mido missed the match as he is still struggling with injury.

The former Tottenham Hotspur man said that he may return to action after three weeks.

Boro, who grabbed a precious 2-1 victory over Arsenal last week, moved to 14th place with 17 points. Derby lie at the bottom on just six points.