In brief: Pre-Middlesbrough away press conference

City's assistant head coach answered questions from the local and national press along with Marlon Pack.

Here's what they had to say:

JAMIE McALLISTER

- McAllister says City showed a great attitude, spirit and fight in the 3-1 win over Birmingham City.

- Assistant head coach aware that Birmingham had good chances on the night, but insists the hosts deserved all three points.

- McAllister says City's players deserve to be in the play-off mix after their efforts this season.

- Coach pleased City were able to utilise Milan Djuric and Famara Diédhiou up front last night, after their injury troubles this season.

- Bailey Wright's thigh injury will be assessed before Saturday's game.

- McAllister pleased for Matty Taylor after his injury troubles, adding: "He’s an infectious character, a busy little bee and a poacher. The desire to get in and score helped us enjoy a more comfortable end to the game."

- Assessing the run-in, McAllister says: “A lot of clubs in the play-off battle play each other over the next few weeks. We need to focus on doing our job and see what happens."

- McAllister says Boro squad has quality throughout, but has become more robust since Tony Pulis' arrival.

- He added: “Our record at the Riverside is very good. It’s a great place to play, a nice big pitch and we have to enjoy it.”

- On 20-goal Bobby Reid, McAllister said: “I’m delighted for him; reaching 20 goals for the season and being named in the Team of Year. He wants to get past the 20 league goals marker next.”