Reading FC vs Stockport County FC, League One 2024-25 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Reading FC vs Stockport County FC — League One at Select Car Leasing Stadium.
- Reading FC 46 games · 63 pts (2026/27)
- Stockport County FC 46 games · 77 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Carl Brook
- Assistant 1 Jonathon Block (England)
- Assistant 2 Samuel Fudge (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
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jan | Stockport County FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 11 Jan | Burnley FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 04 Jan | Charlton Athletic FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 01 Jan | Cambridge United FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 29 Dec | Mansfield Town FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Northampton Town FC | H | 4–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jan | Reading FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 12 Jan | Crystal Palace FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 04 Jan | Mansfield Town FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 01 Jan | Birmingham City FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 29 Dec | Rotherham United FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 26 Dec | Huddersfield Town AFC | A | 0–1 | L |
Season Stats
| Reading FC | Stockport County FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #12 | Position | #3 |
| 63 | Points | 77 |
| 46 | Played | 46 |
| 16 / 15 / 15 | W / D / L | 22 / 11 / 13 |
| 64 | Scored | 71 |
| 60 | Conceded | 58 |
| +4 | GD | +13 |
| 1.37 | PPG | 1.67 |
| 35% | Win % | 48% |
Key Stats
75%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Reading FC are 12th (63 pts). Stockport County FC are 3rd (77 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The stage is set the green flag drops! Another match against Reading FC and Stockport County FC has kicked off!
- 5' The deadlock is broken! Macauley Southam-Hales gets on the scoresheet on 5 minutes.
- 10' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 13' A stunning finish from Callum Connolly — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 18' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Reading FC and Stockport County FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 23' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 28' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Stockport County FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 33' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 38' The 29-year-old Will Collar has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 43' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Reading FC and Stockport County FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 45' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for Andre Garcia.
- 46' Abraham Kanu makes way for Jeriel Dorsett at the 46 minute mark. A tactical switch from Reading FC.
- 48' A meaty challenge results in booking for Charlie Savage on 48.
- 48' Jack Diamond has so much to prove this time. He replaces Isaac Olaofe on 48 minute.
- 53' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 57' A moment of madness from Callum Connolly on 57 minutes earns him a card. Stockport County FC will be frustrated.
- 61' The England Sam Smith breaks the deadlock on 61 minutes. 1-2!
- 66' Harvey Knibbs is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Stockport County FC tonight.
- 68' Jack Diamond doubles the advantage! 1-3 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 73' Another substitution for Stockport County FC to replace Will Collar by Lewis Fiorini on 73 minute.
- 77' Fresh legs for Reading FC! Kelvin Abrefa comes on to replace Chem Campbell.
- 82' Reading FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 87' The home supporters are growing impatient. Reading FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 88' The referee has no hesitation. Sam Smith is booked for Reading FC — card on 88.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from Stockport County FC to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Reading FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 6
- 29
- 10
- 22
- 14
- 7
-
20
Chem Campbell ↓ Kelvin Abrefa 77'
- 8
- 24
-
32
Abraham Kanu ↓ Jeriel Dorsett 46'
- 30
Bench
- 1
-
3
Jeriel Dorsett ↑ 46'
-
2
Kelvin Abrefa ↑ 77'
- 5
- 9
- 19
Coach
Noel Hunt
Stockport County FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
14
Will Collar ↓ Lewis Fiorini 73'
- 26
- 16
- 8
- 2
- 19
- 3
-
9
Isaac Olaofe ↓ Jack Diamond 48'
- 12
- 1
- 15
Bench
-
7
Jack Diamond ↑ 48'
- 23
- 34
-
18
Lewis Fiorini ↑ 73'
- 17
- 31
- –
Coach
Dave Challinor
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Louie Barry | 2 |
| Chem Campbell | 1 |
| Jack Diamond | 1 |
| Callum Connolly | 1 |
| Macauley Southam-Hales | 1 |
| Sam Smith | 1 |
| Will Collar | 1 |
| Kyle Wootton | 1 |
Head to Head
Reading FC Form
Stockport County FC Form
2025-01-18
Reading FC
1–3
Stockport County FC
W
2025-01-12
Crystal Palace FC
1–0
Stockport County FC
L
2025-01-04
Stockport County FC
1–2
Mansfield Town FC
L
2025-01-01
Stockport County FC
1–1
Birmingham City FC
D
2024-12-29
Rotherham United FC
1–1
Stockport County FC
D
2024-12-26
Huddersfield Town AFC
1–0
Stockport County FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.4
Reading FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2
Stockport County FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 65% + Over 2.5 goals 65%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Stockport County FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.4
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 85% |
|
15% |
| ± 2.5 | 65% |
|
35% |
| ± 3.5 | 44% |
|
56% |
| ± 4.5 | 26% |
|
74% |
Double Chance
Reading FC or Draw
55%
Draw or Stockport County FC
70%
Reading FC or Stockport County FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Stockport County FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.2%
1 – 2
9%
0 – 2
6.7%
2 – 1
6.3%
2 – 2
6.2%
0 – 1
6.1%
1 – 3
Actual
0 – 0
4.8%
0 – 3
4.4%
2 – 3
4.2%
1 – 0
4%
2 – 0
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Reading FC
| Handicap | Reading FC covers | Push | Stockport County FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 8% | 88% |
| -1.5 | 12% | — | 88% |
| -1 | 12% | 14% | 74% |
| -0.5 | 26% | — | 74% |
| +0.5 | 50% | — | 50% |
| +1 | 50% | 21% | 30% |
| +1.5 | 70% | — | 30% |
| +2 | 70% | 15% | 14% |
| +2.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
Clean Sheet
Reading FC keeps clean sheet
14%
✓
Stockport County FC keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.