Cambridge United FC vs Reading FC, League One 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Cambridge United FC vs Reading FC — League One at Abbey Stadium.
- Cambridge United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Reading FC 46 games · 63 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Darren Drysdale
- Assistant 1 Stuart Butler
- Assistant 2 Jacob Lehane (England)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 46 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford City AFC | 46 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage FC | 46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton Town FC | 46 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 46 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 46 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield Town FC | 46 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 46 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading FC | 46 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool FC | 46 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 46 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley FC | 46 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan Athletic FC | 46 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton Albion FC | 46 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough United FC | 46 | 53 |
| 19 | AFC Wimbledon | 46 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient FC | 46 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | Reading FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 26 Aug | Leyton Orient FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 19 Aug | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 15 Aug | Stevenage FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 12 Aug | Fleetwood Town FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 05 Aug | Oxford United FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | Cambridge United FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 26 Aug | Exeter City FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 19 Aug | Stevenage FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 15 Aug | Cheltenham Town FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 12 Aug | Port Vale FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 05 Aug | Peterborough United FC | H | 0–1 | L |
Key Stats
25%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
75%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Cambridge United FC to score. At the same time, Reading FC does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' Reading FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 10' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 15' Will Mannion has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 3 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 20' Cambridge United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Reading FC backline.
- 25' Cambridge United FC have won 193 goals from 191 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 27' Controversy at the stadium! Harlee Dean argues furiously but the card stands.
- 32' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Nelson Abbey made 379 appearances and scored 1 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 37' The home supporters are growing impatient. Cambridge United FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 42' Cambridge United FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 47' Over 47 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 52' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Cambridge United FC and Reading FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 57' Reading FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 58' Another change for Reading FC made on 58 minute. Matty Carson leaves to be changed by Kelvin Ehibhationhan.
- 63' Clinton Mola has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 65' A moment of madness from Michael Morrison on 65 minutes earns him a card. Cambridge United FC will be frustrated.
- 68' Poor challenge from Sam Hutchinson. The referee spots it immediately and shows the card.
- 70' Reading FC player sees a card in front of him.
- 72' The whistle greets Jack Lankester as he departs to be replaced by Elias Kachunga.
- 73' The whistle greets Gassan Ahadme as he departs to be replaced by John-Kymani Gordon.
- 75' That is a card for Reading FC. Charlie Savage will be fuming at that decision.
- 80' Michael Craig is ready to make an impact after coming on for Amadou Salif Mbengue at the 80 minute mark.
- 83' Fejiri Okenabirhie has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 83 minutes.
- 83' Tivonge Rushesha gets the nod from Reading FC. He replaces Femi Azeez and will look to change the dynamic.
- 88' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- With this win, Cambridge United FC is likely to improve its situation in the overall team standings.
Lineups
Cambridge United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 7
- 14
-
10
Jack Lankester ↓ Elias Kachunga 72'
- 5
- 6
- 3
- 8
- 4
- 23
- 25
- 2
Bench
-
21
Elias Kachunga ↑ 72'
-
9
Fejiri Okenabirhie ↑ 73'
- 11
-
27
John-Kymani Gordon ↑ 73'
- 16
- 13
- 22
Coach
Mark Bonner
Reading FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 1
- 6
- 23
- 7
- 32
-
11
Femi Azeez ↓ Tivonge Rushesha 83'
- 47
- 27
-
8
Charlie Savage ↓ Clinton Mola 80'
- 42
-
4
Ben Elliott ↓ Andy Yiadom 58'
Bench
-
17
Andy Yiadom ↑ 58'
- 5
-
40
Tivonge Rushesha ↑ 83'
-
2
Clinton Mola ↑ 80'
- 31
-
36
Michael Craig ↑ 80'
-
15
Kelvin Ehibhationhan ↑ 58'
Coach
Ruben Selles
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Lewis Wing | 3 |
| Sam Smith | 2 |
| Harvey Knibbs | 2 |
| Fejiri Okenabirhie | 1 |
| Femi Azeez | 1 |
| Kelvin Ehibhationhan | 1 |
| Mamadi Camara | 1 |
| Elias Kachunga | 1 |
Head to Head
Cambridge United FC Form
2023-09-04
Cambridge United FC
1–0
Reading FC
W
2023-08-26
Leyton Orient FC
2–0
Cambridge United FC
L
2023-08-19
Cambridge United FC
2–0
Bristol Rovers FC
W
2023-08-15
Cambridge United FC
1–2
Stevenage FC
L
2023-08-12
Fleetwood Town FC
0–2
Cambridge United FC
W
2023-08-05
Cambridge United FC
2–0
Oxford United FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
1.29
Cambridge United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.66
Reading FC xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 69% + Under — clean sheet likely 64%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Cambridge United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 1.95
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 1.5 | 58% |
|
42% |
| ± 2.5 | 31% |
|
69% |
| ± 3.5 | 14% |
|
86% |
| ± 4.5 | 5% |
|
95% |
Double Chance
Cambridge United FC or Draw
82%
Draw or Reading FC
47%
Cambridge United FC or Reading FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 0
Actual
0 – 0
16.6%
1 – 1
12.9%
2 – 0
11.4%
0 – 1
8%
2 – 1
7.7%
3 – 0
4.8%
1 – 2
3.8%
3 – 1
3.4%
0 – 2
2.8%
2 – 2
2.6%
4 – 0
1.6%
Asian Handicap — Cambridge United FC
| Handicap | Cambridge United FC covers | Push | Reading FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 15% | 76% |
| -1.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| -1 | 24% | 26% | 50% |
| -0.5 | 50% | — | 50% |
| +0.5 | 83% | — | 17% |
| +1 | 83% | 13% | 5% |
| +1.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
| +2 | 95% | 4% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Cambridge United FC keeps clean sheet
52%
✓
Reading FC keeps clean sheet
28%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.