Our Charlton vs Reading Prediction: 2-1
Charlton vs Reading in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 4, 2025. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 2-1 for the match between Charlton and Reading.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Charlton's Last Match – Charlton vs Wycombe
Charlton will hope to extend their good run following a 2-1 England League 1 win against Wycombe on December 29. In that match, Charlton recorded 37% possession, firing 9 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Charlton | 37% | 9 (3) | 1.18 | 34 |
Wycombe | 63% | 8 (3) | 0.37 | 39 |
Reading's Last Match – Cambridge Utd vs Reading
Reading will seek to keep their streak alive after a 3-1 England League 1 victory over Cambridge Utd on January 1. In that match, Reading had 48% possession and 3 attempts at goal, with 6 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cambridge Utd | 52% | 1 (5) | 0.71 | 69 |
Reading | 48% | 3 (6) | 1.78 | 38 |
Charlton vs Reading Stats
Key Stats
| Charlton | Reading | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.92 | Attacking Strength | 1.25 |
| 0.84 | Defence Strength | 1.42 |
| 1.7 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 5/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 2.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Charlton are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per match, while Reading average 2.1 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.
Charlton 16-8
Reading 21-15
What are the odds for this match?
Charlton to win: @1.7
Draw: @3.75
Reading to win: @4.75



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