Reading vs Huddersfield Prediction 28 Sep 2024

⚽ League One - Round 8 Preview

📅 28 Sep 2024

⏰ 12:30 GMT +1

🏟 Select Car Leasing Stadium (Reading)

Reading will host Huddersfield in a crucial League One Round 8 matchup at the Select Car Leasing Stadium. Reading has had a mixed start to the season, currently sitting with two wins, one draw, and three losses after six matches, yielding a total score of 7 goals scored and 10 conceded. At home, they have fared better, winning two of their three matches, scoring 4 goals while conceding only 1. Their last outing was disappointing, losing 2-5 against Bolton. Key players for Reading include Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan and Charlie Savage, who have been consistent performers based on their average ratings in the last five matches, along with Lewis Wing, who has played every minute in that period.

Huddersfield has played one more match than Reading, recording four wins and three losses, totaling 11 goals scored and 8 conceded. They have been particularly strong away, winning two of three matches with a total score of 7-2. However, they come off a setback after losing 0-2 to Blackpool. Key players for Huddersfield include Mikel Miller and Nigel Lonwijk, recognized for their solid performances, and Josh Koroma, who is currently tied for 3rd to 5th place in the top scorers chart with four goals.

In their last five encounters in League One, Reading has won once, Huddersfield three times, and one match ended in a draw. Their most recent meeting occurred in May 2023, with Huddersfield winning 2-0.

In terms of offensive output, Huddersfield holds the edge, scoring 11 goals thus far, ranking them 7th to 8th in the league, while Reading’s offensive struggles see them sitting in the 15th to 17th position with just 7 goals. Both teams have shown average defensive capabilities, with Reading conceding 10 goals (13th to 16th position) and Huddersfield conceding 8 goals (10th to 11th position).

Where to watch Reading vs Huddersfield?

📺 Link to watch Reading vs Huddersfield Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan (Reading): A key contributor in attack, showing potential to change the game.
• Josh Koroma (Huddersfield): An impactful player with four goals, vital for Huddersfield's attacking efforts.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Huddersfield scored in all of their last three away matches.
• Reading has not lost 6 of their last 7 home matches against Huddersfield.
• Reading has lost 3 out of their last 4 matches this season.

💡 Reading vs Huddersfield Prediction

Reading faces a challenging matchup against a Huddersfield side that has been more consistent in both offense and defense. While Reading has the home advantage, their recent form has been shaky, particularly after a heavy loss to Bolton. Huddersfield's attacking players, especially Koroma, can exploit Reading's defensive gaps. Expect a competitive match, but Huddersfield is likely to secure a narrow victory given their form and offensive capabilities.

Reading vs Huddersfield Betting Tips

• Huddersfield to win.
• Over 2.5 total goals.
• Both teams to score.

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