Bolton vs Reading Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Bolton vs Reading Prediction: 1-1

Bolton vs Reading in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 19:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday August 20, 2025. We predict a tightly contested 1-1 draw, with both teams getting on the scoresheet, making BTTS a strong betting option.

This Bolton vs Reading prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Bolton's Last Match – Barnsley vs Bolton

Bolton will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 1-1 England League 1 draw with Barnsley on August 16. In that match, Bolton recorded 56% possession, firing 7 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Barnsley	44%	0 (2)	0.55	35
Bolton	56%	0 (7)	1.75	64

Reading's Last Match – Reading vs AFC Wimbledon

Reading will hope to recover from their recent 1-2 England League 1 setback against AFC Wimbledon on August 16. In that match, Reading controlled 60% of possession and managed 2 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Reading	60%	0 (2)	1.05	55
AFC Wimbledon	40%	0 (2)	0.59	24

Bolton vs Reading Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Bolton are averaging 1.9 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per match, while Reading average 1.2 scored and 1.8 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Bolton to win: @1.571

Draw: @4.1

Reading to win: @5.25

Over 2.5 Goals: @1.9

Bolton Fixtures

Reading Fixtures