MIDDLESBROUGH v Portsmouth: Southgate's defence dilemma for Pompey clash

Middlesbroughdefender Justin Hoyte is doubtful for tomorrow's crucial Barclays Premier League clash against Portsmouthat the Riverside Stadium.The former Arsenal player has been struggling with a groin injury since last week's FA Cup loss to Everton.His absence could create an opportunity for Tony McMahon or see Matthew Bates drop back from midfield into defence. Missing man: Justin Hoyte evades Dave Kitson in recent match at the RiversideStriker Afonso Alves is fit again after illness while Marlon King, cup-tied against Everton, is also back in contention.Manager Gareth Southgate is set to keep faith with goalkeeper Brad Jones despite a costly error in the FA Cup.Provisional squad: Jones, Bates, Pogatetz, Wheater, Huth, Arca, O'Neil, Downing, Aliadiere, Tuncay, Turnbull, McMahon, Walker, Taylor, Emnes, Johnson A, King, Alves, Franks, Hoyte.CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE WEEKEND TEAM NEWS IN THE BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE  

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