Reading vs Carlisle Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 01 Nov 2025

FA Cup Betting Preview: Reading vs Carlisle

League One club Reading host League Two side Carlisle in this FA Cup match at Select Car Leasing Stadium, with kick-off set for 11:00 on Saturday 1 November. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Are Royals Value for This Game?

Reading look like an attractive bet at -141 and we think they can beat Carlisle. We’ll place this Full-Time Result wager with confidence and there’s plenty of juice in the available price.

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Teams’ Last Battle Saw 3-1 Reading Victory

Reading had a 1-1 League One draw in their last game. This was at home to Doncaster Rovers at Select Car Leasing Stadium.

Carlisle United won their previous game, beating Boston United at home. It was a 5-2 FA Cup Qualification victory.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Reading overcame Carlisle in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 3-1 League One win away at Brunton Park.

Reading vs Carlisle Prediction & Betting Tips

We dive into the top Reading vs Carlisle betting angles, including our main match prediction, best correct score play and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

If you agree with our verdict that Reading will have the edge in this FA Cup clash, then you can back the home team at -141. We’re expecting a nice potential return with this match winner bet.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest FA Cup team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Reading vs Carlisle FA Cup & league stats:

• Reading have won 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• Carlisle have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Carlisle have lost 3 of their last 5 games on the road.

Reading to Win Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top bookmakers, our pick carries a 58.5% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we can recommend this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Reading 3 - 0 Carlisle

A 3-0 win in favor of Reading is available at odds of +650. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.

Reading vs Carlisle 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.

Bookies Giving Reading Plenty of Respect

With the bookies giving them a 58% probability of winning, Reading might be a popular acca pick. Their current betting odds are -141 when it comes to triumphing in this FA Cup clash. The +333.3 means that Carlisle United are seen as having the lowest probability of succeeding.

If you think Reading can win by two or more goals against Carlisle, consider them at -0.75 on the Asian Handicap at -103. You’ll even win with half your stake if they win by one goal, with the other half refunded.

If you’re looking to bet on more than two goals, then Over 2.5 has the lowest price. If you think that both sides will end up scoring, then the Both Teams to Score Yes option can be backed at -143.

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Full-Time Result

1

-141

X

+280

2

+333.3

Half-Time Result

1

+130

X

+137.5

2

+350

Double Chance

1X

-500

12

-400

X2

-100

Draw No Bet

1

-300

2

+225

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.75

-103

2 Hcp +0.75

-114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+110

Over 2.5

-138

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-143

No

+105

Latest FA Cup and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Reading Stats

Carlisle Stats

Full-Time Result

• 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches

Reading vs Carlisle Lineups & Team News

The latest Reading vs Carlisle team news could impact your bets — review it first. We’ll provide the predicted and confirmed lineups for the FA Cup along with up-to-date injury news.