Reading vs West Bromwich Albion betting tips: Championship preview, predictions & odds
Last Updated: April 29, 2022 2:55 pm
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Reading to win and over 2.5 goals (15/4)
Reading have already secured survival and they will be now looking to finish the season strong.
The Royals have lost just twice in their last eight and have won 3 of their last 5 at the Madjeski.
West Brom have also lost 3 of their last 6 matches and have lost over half their away games this term.
Lucas João to score anytime (11/5)
João is having a strong run of form in front of goal.
The forward has netted four goals in his last four appearances.
In his last outing at the Madjeski, he netted a brace against Swansea City.
READING, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 22: Lucas Joao of Reading celebrates with teammates after scoring their team’s first goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Reading and Birmingham City at Madejski Stadium on February 22, 2022 in Reading, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
Match preview: Reading vs West Bromwich Albion
Reading have secured their Championship status for next season following Peterborough’s defeat against Nottingham Forest.
The Royals are now seven points clear of the bottom three with two games remaining.
Paul Ince’s side were beaten 3-0 by Hull City in their last outing.
Although their last two results were an incredible comeback against Swansea to draw 4-4 and a 2-1 win away at Sheffield United.
READING, ENGLAND – MARCH 19: Reading’s Josh Laurent celebrates scoring his side’s first goal with with team-mates during the Sky Bet Championship match between Reading and Blackburn Rovers at Madejski Stadium on March 19, 2022 in Reading, England. (Photo by David Horton – CameraSport via Getty Images)
West Bromwich Albion held to goalless draw with Coventry
West Bromwich Albion were held to goalless draw with Coventry City on Saturday.
Despite having 22 shots between them, neither side could find the back of the net.
In the game prior, they were well beaten by Nottingham Forest, losing 4-0 at the City Ground.
The Baggies are chasing a spot in the top half as they enter the final two games of the season.
Steve Bruce’s side head into Saturday’s clash 13th in the table and level on points with Stoke.
DERBY, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 27: Jake Livermore of West Bromwich Albion looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Derby County and West Bromwich Albion at Pride Park Stadium on December 27, 2021 in Derby, England. (Photo by Malcolm Couzens/Getty Images)
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Luton Town vs Reading FC - 1:0
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Reading FC vs West Bromwich Albion - 0:1
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Hull City vs Reading FC - 3:0
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Reading FC vs Swansea City - 4:4
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Sheffield United vs Reading FC - 1:2
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Latest match form, last 5 games: |
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West Bromwich Albion vs Barnsley - 4:0
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Reading FC vs West Bromwich Albion - 0:1
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West Bromwich Albion vs Coventry City - 0:0
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Nottingham Forest vs West Bromwich Albion - 4:0
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West Bromwich Albion vs Blackpool - 2:1
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| May 7, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Luton Town | 1 - 0 | Reading FC |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Reading FC | 0 - 1 | West Bromwich Albion |
| April 23, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Hull City | 3 - 0 | Reading FC |
| April 18, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Reading FC | 4 - 4 | Swansea City |
| April 15, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Sheffield United | 1 - 2 | Reading FC |
| May 7, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | West Bromwich Albion | 4 - 0 | Barnsley |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Reading FC | 0 - 1 | West Bromwich Albion |
| April 23, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | West Bromwich Albion | 0 - 0 | Coventry City |
| April 18, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Nottingham Forest | 4 - 0 | West Bromwich Albion |
| April 15, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | West Bromwich Albion | 2 - 1 | Blackpool |
| Reading FC | West Bromwich Albion | |
|---|---|---|
| 46 | Matches played | 46 |
| 13 | Matches won | 18 |
| 35 | Goal attempts | 229 |
| 13 | Shots on goal | 71 |
| 13 | Shots off goal | 104 |
| 171 | Corner kicks | 238 |
| 6% | Average ball possession | 20% |
| 9 | Shots blocked | 54 |
| 71 | Cards given | 83 |
| 83 | Free kicks | 234 |
| 18 | Offsides | 27 |
| 1 | Shots on bar | 4 |
| 43 | Goals by foot | 43 |
| 10 | Goals by head | 5 |
| 54 | Goals scored | 52 |
| 87 | Goals conceded | 45 |
| 0 | Shots on post | 3 |
| Reading FC | West Bromwich Albion | |
|---|---|---|
| 26 | Matches | 26 |
| 14 | Home Matches | 12 |
| 12 | Away Matches | 14 |
| 24 | Total Goals | 26 |
| 0.92 | Average Goals Scored | 1 |
| 8 | Wins | 11 |
| 11 | Losses | 8 |
| 7 | Draws | 7 |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Reading FC | 0 - 1 | West Bromwich Albion |
| December 11, 2021 | Championship 21/22 | West Bromwich Albion | 1 - 0 | Reading FC |
| February 12, 2020 | Championship 19/20 | Reading FC | 1 - 2 | West Bromwich Albion |
| August 21, 2019 | Championship 19/20 | West Bromwich Albion | 1 - 1 | Reading FC |
| April 22, 2019 | Championship 18/19 | Reading FC | 0 - 0 | West Bromwich Albion |
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What time is kick off between Reading FC vs West Bromwich Albion?
14:00, Saturday 30 April 2022
