Shrewsbury vs Reading Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 08 Apr 2025
A Low-Scoring Game Set to Happen?
We’re not expecting the net to bulge on too many occasions when Shrewsbury clash with Reading. On this basis, we’re wagering Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market and this pick is available at -133.
Previous H2H Ended in a 1-1 Draw
Shrewsbury Town were beaten 1-0 at The Croud Meadow in their last game, being turned over at home to Cambridge United.
Reading claimed a 1-0 home win over Wycombe Wanderers at Select Car Leasing Stadium in their previous game.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Shrewsbury haven’t lost to Reading in their past three matches, with the last encounter ending 1-1 at Select Car Leasing Stadium. The previous 3 H2H games have featured two Shrewsbury victories and one draw.
Confirmed Lineups
Shrewsbury confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Jamal Blackman (GK), Morgan Feeney, Aaron Pierre, Josh Feeney, Luca Hoole, Funso Ojo, Alex Gilliead, Taylor Perry, George Nurse, George Lloyd, John Marquis.
Reading confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Joel Pereira (GK), Andy Yiadom, Amadou Salif Mbengue, Tyler Bindon, Andre Garcia, Harvey Knibbs, Lewis Wing, Charlie Savage, Chem Campbell, Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan, Mamadi Camara.
Shrewsbury vs Reading Prediction & Betting Tips
We’re not expecting the net to bulge too many times, with Under 2.5 Goals anticipated for this League One encounter. This selection gives us generous betting odds of -133.
We take note of any injuries or suspensions affecting each side before going ahead with our football picks. The form guide and stats also help the team at Sportsgambler.com crunch the numbers ahead of the action.
Key Shrewsbury vs Reading league stats:
Under 2.5 Probability
When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 57.1% chance of winning. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 60-65%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
There are some bigger-priced options for those looking for larger odds and that includes the Result & Total Goals market. Combine Under 2.5 Goals with one of the teams to triumph.
Correct Score Prediction
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We’re betting on Reading to secure a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +575 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.
Shrewsbury vs Reading Odds
The bookies betting odds have Reading as +106 favourites for this League One clash, implying that they are 49% likely to win the match. Shrewsbury Town are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +230.
For the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest price for this interesting match.
Head over to the Bet Builder and you’ll find all the popular football betting site markets available. League One selections can then be combined together in a same-game accumulator which you can cheer on.
Shrewsbury League Stats
Reading League Stats
- 8 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.40 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Shrewsbury this season are John Marquis (8), George Lloyd (5), Aaron Pierre (2)
- Top Assistors for Shrewsbury this season are Malvind Benning (5), Funso Ojo (2), George Lloyd (2)
Shrewsbury vs Reading Lineups & Team News
Our Shrewsbury vs Reading 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.
Shrewsbury Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Reading Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Shrewsbury Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Reading Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Shrewsbury Substitutes
- 3Malvind Benning
- 7David Wheeler
- 13Joe Young
- 15Dominic Gape
- 22Aristote Nsiala
- 24Callum Stewart
- 26Jordan Shipley
Reading Substitutes
- 1David Button
- 2Kelvin Abrefa
- 10Billy Bodin
- 11Tom Carroll
- 14Tivonge Rushesha
- 19Jayden Wareham
- 38Michael Stickland
Previous Shrewsbury Lineups
Previous Reading Lineups
League One Table
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cardiff | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 13 |
| 2 | Huddersfield | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 10:3 | 12 |
| 3 | Stevenage | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8:4 | 12 |
| 4 | Bradford | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 7:4 | 11 |
| 5 | Stockport | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:6 | 10 |
| 6 | Barnsley | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8:6 | 10 |
| 7 | Lincoln | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7:5 | 10 |
| 8 | Doncaster | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5:4 | 10 |
| 9 | Mansfield | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10:6 | 9 |
| 10 | Wimbledon | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6:3 | 9 |
| 11 | Luton | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5:3 | 9 |
| 12 | Wigan | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7:6 | 7 |
| 13 | Leyton Orient | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6:9 | 7 |
| 14 | Exeter | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6:6 | 6 |
| 15 | Bolton | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 16 | Burton | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:6 | 4 |
| 17 | Rotherham | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4:7 | 4 |
| 18 | Northampton | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3:6 | 4 |
| 19 | Plymouth | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4:9 | 3 |
| 20 | Blackpool | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6:12 | 3 |
| 21 | Wycombe | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5:8 | 2 |
| 22 | Port Vale | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2:5 | 2 |
| 23 | Reading | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4:9 | 2 |
| 24 | Peterborough | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2:8 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huddersfield | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 2 | Mansfield | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7:3 | 6 |
| 3 | Cardiff | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 6 |
| 4 | Wigan | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 6 |
| 5 | Lincoln | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:2 | 6 |
| 6 | Wimbledon | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:1 | 6 |
| 7 | Stevenage | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 6 |
| 8 | Stockport | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:3 | 6 |
| 9 | Bradford | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 10 | Luton | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2:1 | 6 |
| 11 | Bolton | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4:2 | 5 |
| 12 | Leyton Orient | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 4 |
| 13 | Barnsley | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 14 | Rotherham | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 15 | Doncaster | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
| 16 | Burton | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
| 17 | Northampton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:1 | 4 |
| 18 | Exeter | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:3 | 3 |
| 19 | Blackpool | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 3 |
| 20 | Plymouth | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:4 | 3 |
| 21 | Wycombe | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:5 | 1 |
| 22 | Port Vale | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:3 | 1 |
| 23 | Peterborough | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:4 | 1 |
| 24 | Reading | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 0 |
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