Blackpool vs Reading Live Score and Live Stream

Preview

Blackpool were up against Reading in the League One of England on April 1. At full-time, Blackpool sealed a 3-0 victory over Reading.

Sonny Carey scored the first goal of the game on the 53rd minute of the match, giving Blackpool the lead. This was followed by a goal from Oliver Casey as Carey completed the tally with one more goal, setting the final scoreline at 3-0.

A sense of anticipation builds as the upcoming encounter sees Blackpool and Reading are set to clash again, 4 months after their previous League One meeting which Blackpool won 0-3. With victories over Bolton and Northampton, Blackpool is on a roll, so they'll aim to keep their winning momentum going with a victory over Reading. However, their streak comes with a caveat, their inability to keep a clean sheet has been evident, as they have allowed goals in three consecutive home matches.

Following a win over Peterborough United, Reading head into this match looking to build on their success as well, keeping their unbeaten run alive at eleven matches.

Blackpool and Reading meet in League One with their goal-scorers and playmakers ready to take on pivotal roles. Blackpool’s attacking options, crafted under Steve Bruce’s leadership, have been bolstered by Ashley Fletcher, the team’s top scorer, and Albie Morgan, both of whom have contributed crucial goals and assists. Fletcher has emerged as Blackpool’s leading scorer in League One this season, netting eleven goals, while also excelling as their primary creator, registering eight assists in the competition so far. Rob Apter, Lee Evans and Kyle Joseph have made their presence felt as well, chipping in with decisive contributions in attack.

Meanwhile, the attacking efforts of Reading, with Noel Hunt at the helm, have been driven by Harvey Knibbs, the team’s primary goal threat, and Charlie Savage, both of whom have delivered in crucial moments. Knibbs leads Reading’s scoring charts in League One this season with thirteen goals, with Savage leading their creative tally in the league with nine assists. Reading’s attacking depth is further showcased by Sam Smith, Lewis Wing and Ben Elliott, who have each made valuable contributions this season.

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Line-Ups

We are updating team formations and line-ups for Blackpool - Reading in real time.

Blackpool kicked off the game with Harry Tyrer, Hayden Coulson, James Husband, Oliver Casey, Odeluga Offiah, Sonny Carey, Albie Morgan, Lee Evans who got substituted by Jordan Gabriel on the 86th minute, Rob Apter who got substituted by Tom Bloxham on the 65th minute, Niall Ennis who got substituted by Samuel Silvera on the 65th minute and Ashley Fletcher who got substituted by CJ Hamilton on the 77th minute as starters, with Richard O'Donnell, Jordan Gabriel, Matthew Pennington, Samuel Silvera, CJ Hamilton, Jake Beesley and Tom Bloxham on the bench.

Reading's starting eleven were Joel Pereira, Kelvin Abrefa, Andy Yiadom who got substituted by Louie Holzman on the 64th minute, Michael Stickland, Tivonge Rushesha who got substituted by Andre Garcia on the 64th minute, Charlie Savage, Lewis Wing, Harvey Knibbs, Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan who got substituted by Thomas Carroll on the 64th minute, Jayden Wareham who got substituted by Billy Bodin on the 86th minute and Chem Campbell who got substituted by Manadi Camara on the 63rd minute, with David Button, Andre Garcia, Abraham Kanu, Louie Holzman, Thomas Carroll, Manadi Camara and Billy Bodin on the bench.

Stats

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• Expected Goals: 1.73 - 0.3
• Ball Possession: 37 - 63
• Big Scoring Chances: 5 - 0
• Total Attempts: 16 - 11
• Shots On Target: 10 - 0
• Blocked Shots: 3 - 6
• Shots in the Box: 12 - 5
• Shots from Outside the Box: 4 - 6
• Woodwork Hits: 0 - 1
• Fouls: 8 - 6
• Corners: 3 - 5
• Throw-Ins: 22 - 20
• Saves: 0 - 7
• Free Kicks: 6 - 8
• Offsides: 6 - 2
• Passes into Final Third: 89 - 206
• Completed Passes in Final Third: 53 - 150
• Touches in Opponent's Box: 39 - 17
• Tackles: 19 - 18
• Completed Tackles: 12 - 10
• Total Crosses: 12 - 27
• Successful Crosses: 5 - 11
• Interceptions: 7 - 11
• Clearances: 23 - 19

Referee showed the yellow card once throughout the game. CJ Hamilton was the one to receive it.

Head-to-head

Over five meetings since July 2022, the teams have each had their moments. Blackpool have won three times while Reading have won twice. Their latest meeting occurred on December 14, 2024, during the League One of England, with Blackpool winning 0-3. Blackpool have scored eleven goals across these five encounters, while Reading have scored seven. As things stand, Blackpool have a superior head-to-head record against Reading in their recent encounters.

Blackpool have won sixteen of their 44 matches in League One this season, with sixteen draws and twelve defeats, scoring 68 goals at an average of 1.55 per match and conceding 57 at a rate of 1.30 per match. Reading have won 21 of their 45 matches in League One this season, with twelve draws and twelve defeats, scoring 66 goals at an average of 1.47 per match and conceding 53 at a rate of 1.18 per match.

Recent Form

Blackpool are on a two-game winning streak, including victories against Bolton and Northampton in their last two outings, while Reading are coming off a win in their last match against Peterborough United. Overall, Blackpool have won eight of their last twenty matches, losing three and drawing nine, while Reading have won six of their last twenty matches, losing six and drawing eight.

Live Standings

As always, England League One's live standings are availble and updated in real time. Blackpool occupy 9th spot with 64 points in 44 matches, while Reading hold 7th place with 75 points after 45 matches.

Video Highlights

We are adding goal videos and full video highlights of the match between Blackpool and Reading in real time. You can watch the goals by Sonny Carey and Oliver Casey as the videos of the goals are added usually minutes after the actual event if there are any official videos available. Full video highlights of Blackpool - Reading are being added as they become available on the official social media channels of the league or the teams.