Hackney turns on sparkle

MIDFIELDER Hayden Hackney played a starring role in his side's convincing victory at Millwall.

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And Middlesbrough head coach Rob Edwards praised how the midfielder has knuckled down despite all the speculation around him.

Hackney struck the opening goal at The Den and was at the forefront of an impressive second-half performance by Boro to continue what has been an eventful summer for the 23-year-old.

After being part of England's success at the European U21 Championships, Hackney turned down a move to Ipswich at the start of the month, although other clubs are still being linked with his signature.