Our Reading vs Exeter Prediction: 2-1
Reading vs Exeter in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off on Tuesday March 4, 2025. We predict a 2-1 home victory, but with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS (Both Teams to Score) is another strong betting option.
This Reading vs Exeter 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
Reading's Last Match – Wigan vs Reading
Reading will aim to maintain their momentum following a 2-1 England League 1 triumph against Wigan on March 1. In that match, Reading controlled 56% of possession and managed 6 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Wigan | 44% | 0 (4) | 0.38 | 56 |
Reading | 56% | 0 (6) | 1.84 | 51 |
Exeter's Last Match – Exeter vs Northampton
Exeter will seek to go one better this time following a 1-1 England League 1 share of the spoils with Northampton on March 1. In that match, Exeter recorded 58% possession and 2 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Exeter | 58% | 0 (2) | 0.5 | 38 |
Northampton | 42% | 0 (3) | 0.77 | 45 |
Reading vs Exeter Stats
Key Stats
| Reading | Exeter | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.05 | Attacking Strength | 0.52 |
| 0.87 | Defence Strength | 1.33 |
| 1.2 | Points Per Game | 0.9 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Reading are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Exeter average 1.2 scored and 2.2 conceded per game.
Reading 10-14
Exeter 12-22
What are the odds for this match?
Reading to win: @1.9
Draw: @3.8
Exeter to win: @3.6
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.925