Reading vs. Arsenal Under-21s Preview (What To Know Before Betting)

Reading vs. Arsenal Under-21s

With top-two finishes already secured in their EFL Trophy group, Reading and Arsenal Under-21s will compete in a direct battle for first place in Tuesday’s Southern Section Group G clash. The Royals lead the way at the summit with six points from a possible six and need only to avoid defeat against Arsenal’s academy prospects to advance to round two as group winners.

Making their first entry into the EFL Trophy in 30 years, Reading can ease off a bit on Tuesday, having had a flawless start in Group F. Their last appearance in the tournament was in the 1993-94 season, concluding with a last-16 defeat to Fulham.

Fresh from their disheartening demotion from the Championship, Reading secured an impressive 9-0 victory over Exeter City on the opening matchday and followed up with a dominant performance, scoring five unanswered goals against Swindon Town. Harvey Knibbs contributed significantly with a 49-minute hat-trick in the latter match.

Reading vs. Arsenal Under-21s

Notably, Reading boasts the best attacking record in this year’s EFL Trophy with a total of 14 goals. They are also one of only two teams yet to concede in the group phase, the other being Wycombe Wanderers.

Fresh from their disappointing relegation from the Championship, Reading delivered a remarkable performance by inflicting a 9-0 defeat on Exeter City on the opening matchday. They continued their dominant run by scoring five unanswered goals against Swindon Town, with Harvey Knibbs completing a 49-minute hat-trick.

Reading’s impressive tally of 14 goals stands as the best attacking record in this year’s EFL Trophy. Furthermore, they are one of only two teams yet to concede in the group phase, the other being Wycombe Wanderers.

What to remember – Reading vs. Arsenal Under-21s

Considering the absence of numerous star players from both teams, a high-scoring classic is not anticipated at the Madejski. However, Arsenal still boasts some lively attacking forces capable of making an impact.

Despite their challenges in League One, Reading has shown proficiency in breaching opposing backlines in Group F. In a closely contested draw, we envision the Royals emerging victorious in the shootout to progress as section winners.

Betting tip for Reading vs. Arsenal Under-21s

Our expert tipster partners anticipate that there will be more than 2.5 goals in this game