Reading vs Exeter Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Mar 2025

Back Royals to Have the Edge

Reading look like a spot of value at -111 when it comes to the Full-Time Result market. The home team should be able to deliver a victory against Exeter based on the information available.

Reading 2-1 to the Good in Previous H2H

Reading won last time out by a 2-1 scoreline. It was on the road against Wigan Athletic at The Brick Community Stadium.

Exeter City drew 1-1 in their previous game. This was at home at St. James Park, Exeter against Northampton Town.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Reading have won the last two clashes against Exeter. On their travels, a 2-1 win was secured at St. James Park, Exeter and that was preceded by a 3-2 home success at Select Car Leasing Stadium. In the previous 3 H2H matches, there have been two Reading victories and one Exeter win.

League One		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
14	Exeter	5	2	0	3	6	6	0	6:6	6
23	Reading	5	0	2	3	4	9	-5	4:9	2

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Confirmed Lineups

Reading confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Joel Pereira (GK), Tivonge Rushesha, Amadou Salif Mbengue, Tyler Bindon, Andre Garcia, Charlie Savage, Lewis Wing, Harvey Knibbs, Billy Bodin, Jayden Wareham, Mamadi Camara.

Exeter confirmed lineup (3-2-4-1): Joe Whitworth (GK), Ed Turns, Angus MacDonald, Alex Hartridge, Caleb Watts, Ben Purrington, Jack Aitchison, Edward Francis, Ryan Trevitt, Demetri Mitchell, Josh Magennis.

Reading vs Exeter Prediction & Betting Tips

If you agree with our verdict that Reading can claim a League One victory, then there’s the chance to get betting odds of -111 that this happens. We think that this price sticks out.

The football betting tips are only provided once we have a handle on the team news and the latest form guide. We are also on point when it comes to the most valuable stats.

Key Reading vs Exeter league stats:

• Reading have won 14 of their last 20 games at home.
• Reading have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• Exeter have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Exeter have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Exeter have lost their last 2 games against Reading.

Reading to Win Probability

According to the betting sites, our pick has a 52.6% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

Want to back Reading for the win but in search of larger odds? How about taking the bigger Double Result price when it comes to our pick leading at both half-time and full-time.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Reading 1 - 0 Exeter

We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +600 and it involves Reading winning 1-0. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.

Reading vs Exeter Odds

For this League One match, the leading bookies’ betting odds mean Reading are the -159 favourite to win and that means a 61% chance of winning. At +370, Exeter City are regarded as having a lower probability of winning this match.

For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.

To combine various League One selections within the same match, you will find football betting sites offer a Bet Builder. Start adding the picks you fancy until you’re happy with the overall payout.

Full-Time Result

1

-159

X

+300

2

+370

Half-Time Result

1

+118

X

+130

2

+350

Double Chance

1X

-588

12

-476

X2

+112

Draw No Bet

1

-385

2

+245

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.75

-120

2 Hcp +0.75

-108

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+107

Over 2.5

-143

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-149

No

+104

Reading vs Exeter Lineups & Team News

Our Reading vs Exeter team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the League One squads.

Reading Team Page Exeter City Team Page