Bristol Rovers vs Reading Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 26 Apr 2025

Find Out Our Best Asian Handicap Bet

We’re confident that Reading will be able to secure victory when playing Bristol Rovers, with the -0.25 Asian Handicap at -105 meaning we get half our stake back if the contest ends in a draw.

1-0 Win for Reading in Last Head-to-Head

Bristol Rovers lost when they were last in action. At Memorial Stadium, they were turned over 1-0 at home to Stevenage.

Reading won their previous game by a 5-1 scoreline. It was away from home against Mansfield Town at One Call Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Reading have claimed back-to-back victories over Rovers. A 1-0 home success at Select Car Leasing Stadium was preceded by a 2-0 away win at Memorial Stadium. Reading have secured two wins from the previous 3 H2H matches, with the other result being a draw.

Confirmed Lineups

Bristol Rovers confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Jed Ward (GK), James Wilson, Connor Taylor, Sil Swinkels, Jack Hunt, Matt Butcher, Romaine Sawyers, Clinton Mola, Kofi Shaw, Gatlin O'Donkor, Ruel Sotiriou.

Reading confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Joel Pereira (GK), Tivonge Rushesha, Amadou Salif Mbengue, Tyler Bindon, Andre Garcia, Harvey Knibbs, Lewis Wing, Charlie Savage, Chem Campbell, Jayden Wareham, Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan.

Bristol Rovers vs Reading Prediction & Betting Tips

The bet could be Reading -0.25 on the Asian Handicap at -105. A triumph in their favour means a nice return and there’s a strong case to suggest that the visitors can triumph in this League One game.

Our team of football experts monitor the current injuries and suspensions. When integrated with the latest form, this helps us secure the value odds. Our data-led approach backed up by key stats always proves useful.

Key Bristol Rovers vs Reading league stats:

• The -0.25 line has been covered by Reading in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Rovers in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Rovers in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Rovers in 4 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.25 line has been covered by Reading in 2 consecutive games against Rovers.

Reading -0.25 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 51.3% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Rovers 0 - 1 Reading

Reading are available at +800 to win by a 1-0 scoreline. Correct score betting allows us to bet at bigger odds and it’s also a fun type of wager.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan to Score +290

Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan (Reading) has registered two goals in his past five League One games on the road. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +290.

Latest Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+290

First

+600

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Bristol Rovers vs Reading Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Reading Match Odds Suggest Victory

With a 47% chance of winning, Reading are favourites to win this League One match and they’re available at betting odds of +115 with the bookies. Bristol Rovers are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +210.

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Full-Time Result

1

+210

X

+250

2

+115

Half-Time Result

1

+275

X

+130

2

+175

Double Chance

1X

-143

12

-350

X2

-275

Draw No Bet

1

+137.5

2

-188

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-103

2 Hcp -0.25

-114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+105

Over 2.5

-133

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-150

No

+110

Jayden Wareham Favourite to Find the Net First

The First Goalscorer favourite is Jayden Wareham at +460, with similar odds available for this player to register the last goal.

Jayden Wareham (Reading)

First

+195

Anytime

+460

Isaac Hutchinson (Rovers)

First

+240

Anytime

+575

Ruel Sotiriou (Rovers)

First

+290

Anytime

+600

Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan (Reading)

First

+290

Anytime

+600

Harvey Knibbs (Reading)

First

+295

Anytime

+650

Jevani Brown (Rovers)

First

+310

Anytime

+650

Mamadi Camara (Reading)

First

+330

Anytime

+700

Chris Martin (Rovers)

First

+340

Anytime

+750

Promise Omochere (Rovers)

First

+340

Anytime

+850

Tivonge Rushesha (Reading)

First

+480

Anytime

+1050

James Steven Wilson (Rovers)

First

+480

Anytime

+1050

Lewis Wing (Reading)

First

+480

Anytime

+1150

Scott Sinclair (Rovers)

First

+550

Anytime

+1200

Charlie Savage (Reading)

First

+575

Anytime

+1200

Jamie Lindsay (Rovers)

First

+575

Anytime

+1200

Kevin Abrefa (Reading)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Jack Hunt (Rovers)

First

+600

Anytime

+1400

Jeriel Dorsett (Reading)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Matt Butcher (Rovers)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Harlee Dean (Reading)

First

+700

Anytime

+1600

Michael Craig (Reading)

First

+700

Anytime

+1600

Taylor Moore (Rovers)

First

+800

Anytime

+1900

Clinton Mola (Rovers)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Grant Ward (Rovers)

First

+850

Anytime

+2000

Luke (1999) Thomas (Rovers)

First

+900

Anytime

+2000

Andy Yiadom (Reading)

First

+900

Anytime

+2200

Amadou Mbengue (Reading)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Bristol Rovers vs Reading Lineups & Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Rovers vs Reading team news.

The League One squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

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