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Kayden Jackson's composed first-half strike was the summer signing's second goal of the season Kayden Jackson's ice-cool finish earned Derby County their first Championship win of the season as Middlesbrough failed to make their dominance count at Pride Park. Jackson took full advantage of a dreadful Isaiah Jones backpass, running more than half the length of the pitch before rounding keeper Seny Dieng and slotting home an early opener. Boro, chasing a third consecutive win this season, had almost 70% possession and a succession of long-range attempts. Michael Carrick's side also hit the post through a deflected Delano Burgzorg shot, while the striker's guided header was correctly ruled out for offside. But Derby withstood the increasing pressure with commendable resilience and spirit to see out the win. The clean sheet was all the more impressive given the hosts lost defenders Eiran Cashin and Kane Wilson to injury before the break. But the Rams maintained their shape and discipline, largely restricting the visitors to efforts from distance. A confident Boro start was a seamless follow up to the 1-0 victory over Swansea in their Championship opener, and the eye-catching 3-0 Carabao Cup success at Leeds United in midweek. A delightful move almost led to Jones teeing up Emmanuel Latte Lath, but the striker was unable to get on the end of the cross and grab an eighth goal in consecutive league games. But having almost set up the opener, Jones gifted the Rams the lead after Jackson headed the ball away following a Boro corner. The midfielder tried to play a first-time pass back to his keeper but left it way too short and Jackson ran from inside his own half for his second goal of the season. Boro were still in control and responded impressively. Finn Azaz forced keeper Josh Vickers into a decent save from the edge of the box after some nifty footwork and was also off target with a rasping 20-yard effort, while a fierce Lukas Engel strike went a whisker wide. The visitors continued to dominate possession and create chances. Burgzorg was unlucky with his deflected strike but most came from distance, with Morris mis-hitting from 18 yards, Azaz dragging an effort narrowly wide, and Hayden Hackney forcing Vickers into a scrambling stop. Derby's main threat came from set-pieces through a combination of their physical presence and excellent movement, notably when Ben Osborn's measured strike was blocked, but they did not need the insurance of a second goal. Comments can not be loaded To load Comments you need to enable Java Script in your browser Last Updated 17th August 2024 at 15: 53 Please Note: All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made. Manager: Paul Warne Formation: 4 - 3 - 3 Manager: Michael Carrick Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Championship All competitions All competitions All competitions In the past 10 league meetings between Derby and Middlesbrough, there have been three wins apiece and four draws. The Rams are unbeaten in their last four home games against Boro (W2 D2). Middlesbrough have only scored once in their last three away league games against Derby, the goal coming in a 2-1 loss at Pride Park back in 2021 under Neil Warnock. Derby were beaten by Blackburn in their season opener, while they last suffered defeats in their first two games of a league campaign in 2020-21 (0-2 v Reading and 1-2 v Luton in the Championship). Middlesbrough have only lost one of their last 13 matches in the Championship (W8 D4), with that lone defeat coming against last season’s play-off finalists Leeds United (3-4 in April). Should Emmanuel Latte Lath find the net for Middlesbrough in this match, he’ll establish a new Championship record for most consecutive appearances scored in (8). He’s scored in each of his last seven games in the competition, netting nine times in the process. Match ends, Derby County 1, Middlesbrough 0. Second Half ends, Derby County 1, Middlesbrough 0. Delano Burgzorg (Middlesbrough) wins a free kick on the left wing. Foul by Ryan Nyambe (Derby County). Attempt missed. Lukas Engel (Middlesbrough) left footed shot from outside the box misses to the right. Assisted by Matt Clarke. Offside, Derby County. Callum Elder is caught offside. Attempt missed. Emmanuel Latte Lath (Middlesbrough) header from very close range is close, but misses the top right corner. Assisted by Daniel Barlaser with a cross following a corner. Corner, Middlesbrough. Conceded by Callum Elder. Kayden Jackson (Derby County) is shown the yellow card. Matt Clarke (Middlesbrough) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Foul by Tom Barkhuizen (Derby County). Foul by Lukas Engel (Middlesbrough). Tom Barkhuizen (Derby County) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Substitution, Middlesbrough. Josh Coburn replaces Hayden Hackney. Daniel Barlaser (Middlesbrough) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Foul by Ebou Adams (Derby County). Corner, Middlesbrough. Conceded by Ebou Adams. Attempt missed. Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from the centre of the box is high and wide to the right. Assisted by Emmanuel Latte Lath. Substitution, Middlesbrough. Tommy Conway replaces Finn Azaz. Attempt missed. Delano Burgzorg (Middlesbrough) right footed shot from the left side of the box is close, but misses to the left. © 2024 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.