Reading extended their unbeaten League One run to 11 games with a resounding 3-1 victory over Peterborough United at the Select Car Leasing Stadium yesterday. The Royals dominated the match, with goals from Harvey Knibbs, Charlie Savage, and an own goal by Sam Hughes sealing the win.
The match got off to a flying start, with Reading taking the lead in the 7th minute courtesy of Hughes’ own goal. The Royals continued to press, and their efforts paid off in the 58th minute when Knibbs scored to make it 2-0. Savage added a third goal just five minutes later, effectively sealing the win for Reading.
Peterborough United managed to pull a goal back in the 66th minute through Kwame Poku, but it was too little, too late. The Posh struggled to create scoring opportunities, and their defeat leaves them with just 45 points from 38 matches.
Reading’s victory, on the other hand, marks their 17th win of the season, and they now sit comfortably in 6th place with 62 points. The Royals’ unbeaten run is a testament to their solid defensive performances and clinical finishing.
The attendance at the Select Car Leasing Stadium was 12,108, and the match was refereed by Adam Herczeg. Reading’s win sets them up nicely for their next match, and they’ll be looking to continue their unbeaten run.
Reading’s manager, Paul Ince, was delighted with his team’s performance, praising their dominant display and clinical finishing. “We knew it was going to be a tough game, but we started brightly and took our chances,” Ince said. “The lads were fantastic, and we’re thrilled to get the three points.”
The win also marks a significant milestone for Reading, who have now gone 11 games unbeaten in League One.
This impressive run has catapulted the Royals into the promotion mix, and they’ll be looking to maintain their momentum in the coming weeks. With their solid defensive performances and clinical finishing, Reading are starting to look like serious contenders for promotion to the Championship.