Reading vs. Posh: Comprehensive Match Preview
Peterborough United will clash with Reading on Tuesday night in their upcoming Sky Bet League One match. The encounter will take place at the Select Car Leasing Stadium at 8 PM. After suffering two consecutive defeats in cup games, Peterborough is eager to rebound and secure vital points to escape the lower reaches of the league.
Match Preview: Reading vs. Posh
Reading currently holds the 17th place in the league standings. They recently faced a setback when they were eliminated from the Emirates FA Cup by Carlisle United earlier this month. However, their previous league match ended positively, as they achieved a convincing 3-0 victory against Blackpool.
Team News
- Posh will miss four players: Sam Hughes, Rio Adebisi, George Nevett, and Cian Hayes. However, Hayes and Nevett are nearing a return to training.
- Jacob Mendy has returned from treatment at Wrexham and is now working on his recovery from a muscle injury.
- Defender Tom O’Connor, who missed the last match due to a calf issue, will be evaluated before the game against Reading.
- Reading welcomes back Matt Ritchie from suspension. Former Posh player Jack Marriott remains sidelined with a hamstring injury.
Player to Watch: Charlie Savage
Charlie Savage, a midfielder for Reading, is one to keep an eye on. The young talent joined the Royals this season after developing his skills at Manchester United. Savage made his first professional appearance for United as a substitute in a Champions League match in 2021 and subsequently enjoyed a loan spell at Forest Green Rovers, where he scored his first professional goal.
This season, Savage has already captained Manchester United in a friendly before moving to Reading. His personal connections to the Select Car Leasing Stadium add an emotional layer to his performance.
Manager’s Insight
Luke Williams, Posh’s manager, expressed the team’s disappointment over their recent cup exits and emphasized the importance of returning to winning ways in league play. He highlighted the need for squad rotation to prevent injuries and maintain a fully fit lineup.
Ticket Information
Posh fans can find seating in the South West section of the stadium. Tickets are available until 12 PM on Tuesday through the official website and at the Weston Homes Stadium Ticket Office. As of now, approximately 300 tickets have been sold in advance.
Ticket Prices
| Category | Price (Advance) | Price (Match Day) |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | £25 | £28 |
| Seniors 65+ | £19 | £20 |
| U25s | £16 | £17 |
| U18s | £10 | £13 |
| U14s | £7 | £10 |
Kit Colors
For this away match, Posh will don their green away kit.
Match Official
The referee for the match will be Craig Hicks.
