It is often debated as to whether this fixture is a derby but, given that two divisions could separate the clubs from next season, that argument is likely to be shelved for a few years yet.
Marcelo Bielsa and his aggressive Leeds remain on course for the Premier League thanks to Mateusz Klich's winning strike.
For Boro and their former Leeds star Jonathan Woodgate, however, League One is an ever increasing danger. In fact, make that a likelihood after this ninth game without victory and third without a goal.
