Middlesbrough: Kim Helberg’s ‘controlled chaos’ leads Boro to the top

Following the recent win at Bramall Lane, Helberg said the aim was not promotion but continuous improvement as awards were not decided in February.

But regular Boro watchers will know that the opening 45 minutes against the Blades was some of the best football of the season, with two goals scored, eight shots on target and a plethora of possession.

Australian midfielder Riley McGree was one of the scorers and has enjoyed a welcome return from the injury that sidelined him in the autumn.

It sums up the quick passing style of a team that reaps such rewards.

“Sometimes the chaos is controlled, but there is definitely a way to it,” McGarry told BBC Radio Tease.

“We train for these moments, we train for the performance we will give in the matches and I think it is a credit to that.”

While it is clear that Helberg’s humility and work ethic are impacting the team even though they are now at the top of the league.

He added: “We are in good shape, aren’t we? We are six out of six, but you have to respect everyone in the tournament, whoever you face.”

“And I think we’ll continue to prepare like we always do and we’ll go out there and try to continue the path we’re on.”