Manchester United FC vs Reading FC, FA Cup 2022-23 ROUND 4
Overview
Match Preview
Manchester United FC vs Reading FC — FA Cup at Old Trafford.
- Manchester United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2025/26)
- Reading FC 0 games · 0 pts (2025/26)
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jan | Reading FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 22 Jan | Arsenal FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 18 Jan | Crystal Palace FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 14 Jan | Manchester City FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 06 Jan | Everton FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 03 Jan | AFC Bournemouth | H | 3–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jan | Manchester United FC | A | 1–3 | L |
| 21 Jan | Stoke City FC | A | 0–4 | L |
| 14 Jan | Queens Park Rangers FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 07 Jan | Watford FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 02 Jan | West Bromwich Albion FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 30 Dec | Norwich City FC | A | 1–1 | D |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (2 games)
H2H (2 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Manchester United FC this season
Manchester United FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Reading FC this season
Reading FC this season
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at Old Trafford. Manchester United FC are looking to make home advantage count against Reading FC.
- 5' The home supporters are growing impatient. Manchester United FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 10' Supporters expect more eagerness from Shane Long, as he is very good at scoring at Old Trafford with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- 15' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 20' It is a cagey affair so far. Manchester United FC in their trying to find a way past Reading FC's compact .
- 25' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 30' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Manchester United FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 35' Marcus Rashford doubles the advantage! 1-0 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 40' Joe Lumley has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 45' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 50' Andy Yiadom has been relatively quiet despite scoring 6 goals in his last 386 appearances.
- 54' The Brazil midfielder Casemiro breaks the deadlock on 54 minutes. 2-0!
- 55' What a moment for Casemiro! That strike on 55 puts his side firmly in control.
- 57' Fred gets the nod from Manchester United FC. He replaces Christian Eriksen and will look to change the dynamic.
- 58' Casemiro makes no mistake. The score reads 4-0 and Manchester United FC are in front.
- 59' What composure from Casemiro! The Brazil international strokes it home. 5-0.
- 60' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Andy Carroll.
- 62' Tyrese Fornah gets the nod from Reading FC. He replaces Loum Ndiaye and will look to change the dynamic.
- 65' The referee calls foul for Andy Carroll. He receives a Red card.
- 67' Fred does the damage! The net is bulging and Manchester United FC surge ahead!
- 68' The Manchester United FC bench stirs into life. Bruno Fernandes is withdrawn and Facundo Pellistri gets his opportunity.
- 69' Another substitution for Reading FC to replace Junior Hoilett by Amadou Salif Mbengue on 69 minute.
- 72' A stunning finish from Amadou Salif Mbengue — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 73' Time for substitution for Manchester United FC. Casemiro is replaced by Kobbie Mainoo.
- 75' Dean Bouzanis is replacing Joe Lumley for the Reading FC side.
- 76' Michael Craig is replacing Jeff Hendrick for the Reading FC side.
- 78' That is a Yellow card for Manchester United FC. Tyrell Malacia will be fuming at that decision.
- 83' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 88' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. Manchester United FC take all three points.
Lineups
Manchester United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 21
- 5
- 29
-
14
Christian Eriksen ↓ Fred 57'
- 1
- 10
- 2
- 12
-
27
Wout Weghorst ↓ Anthony Elanga 73'
-
18
Casemiro ↓ Kobbie Mainoo 73'
- 8
Bench
- 22
-
17
Fred ↑ 57'
- 19
- 6
- 33
-
28
Facundo Pellistri ↑ 68'
-
36
Anthony Elanga ↑ 73'
-
49
Alejandro Garnacho ↑ 68'
-
73
Kobbie Mainoo ↑ 73'
Coach
Erik ten Hag
Reading FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 3
- 17
-
8
Jeff Hendrick ↓ Michael Craig 76'
- 10
- 2
- 23
-
9
Lucas Joao ↓ Shane Long 76'
-
1
Joe Lumley ↓ Dean Bouzanis 75'
- 12
-
22
Loum Ndiaye ↓ Tyrese Fornah 62'
- 5
Bench
- 11
- 6
-
7
Shane Long ↑ 76'
-
21
Dean Bouzanis ↑ 75'
- 18
-
19
Tyrese Fornah ↑ 62'
- 15
-
27
Amadou Salif Mbengue ↑ 69'
-
36
Michael Craig ↑ 76'
Coach
Paul Ince
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Casemiro | 4 |
| Romelu Lukaku | 1 |
| Mata | 1 |
| Amadou Salif Mbengue | 1 |
| Fred | 1 |
| Marcus Rashford | 1 |
Head to Head
Manchester United FC Form
2023-01-28
Manchester United FC
3–1
Reading FC
W
2023-01-22
Arsenal FC
3–2
Manchester United FC
L
2023-01-18
Crystal Palace FC
1–1
Manchester United FC
D
2023-01-14
Manchester United FC
2–1
Manchester City FC
W
2023-01-06
Manchester United FC
3–1
Everton FC
W
2023-01-03
Manchester United FC
3–0
AFC Bournemouth
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
2
Manchester United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.84
Reading FC xG
I would bet for:
Manchester United FC to win 62%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Manchester United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.84
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 77% |
|
23% |
| ± 2.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 3.5 | 32% |
|
68% |
| ± 4.5 | 16% |
|
84% |
Double Chance
Manchester United FC or Draw
85%
Draw or Reading FC
38%
Manchester United FC or Reading FC
78%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
2 – 0
11.5%
1 – 0
11%
1 – 1
10.6%
2 – 1
9.5%
0 – 0
7.5%
3 – 0
7.5%
3 – 1
Actual
0 – 1
4.1%
2 – 2
4%
1 – 2
4%
4 – 0
3.8%
4 – 1
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Manchester United FC
| Handicap | Manchester United FC covers | Push | Reading FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| -2 | 20% | 19% | 61% |
| -1.5 | 39% | — | 61% |
| -1 | 39% | 24% | 37% |
| -0.5 | 63% | — | 37% |
| +0.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
| +1 | 86% | 9% | 5% |
| +1.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
| +2 | 95% | 3% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Manchester United FC keeps clean sheet
44%
✓
Reading FC keeps clean sheet
14%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.