Plymouth vs Reading: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Plymouth vs Reading: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Match Details: December 26, 2025 | Home Park | EFL League One | 15:00 GMT

Reading take the trip over to Plymouth for a midtable clash this boxing day in what we hope will be an exciting first time league meeting between the two sides. Having never previously faced in league competition this game looks to be be a tough to read one however this should add to the excitement.

Key Betting Tip: Both Teams To Score at 1.70 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Plymouth vs Reading Predicted Lineups:

Plymouth (4-2-3-1): Hazard, Edwards, Ross, Mitchell, Benarous, Ralls, Boateng, Sorinola, Oseni, Mumba, Tolaj

Reading (4-2-3-1): Periera, Yiadom, O'Connor, Williams, Dorsett, Wing, Savage, Williams, Doyle, Kyerewaa, Marriott

Head to Head Record Evaluation:

1. Plymouth 2-4 Reading | 27/08/19 | EFL Cup
2. Reading 2-0 Plymouth | 09/08/16 | EFL Cup

It's fair to say that Plymouth and Reading aren't exactly the best acquainted opponents having only played twice before in competitive fixtures, the last of which was all the way back in 2019. Because of this we advise not using their previous meetings as a central point in predictions, the sides are entirely different this time of meeting.

Recent Plymouth and Reading Form Analysis:

Last 5 Plymouth Games:

1. Leyton Orient 0-1 Plymouth
2. Plymouth 0-1 Bradford
3. Wycombe 0-1 Plymouth
4. Plymouth 1-0 Rotherham
5. Doncaster 1-5 Plymouth

Plymouth's turn around in form in their last 5 games has been nothing short of a miracle, the side were initially picked as a likely bet for relegation with how their form was however they have since won 4 out of the last 5.

In these 5 games they have shown both goal scoring prowess and defensive solidity, up front they have bagged 8 and at the back they have managed to keep 3 clean sheets with only 2 conceded.

Last 5 Reading Games:

1. Reading 1-1 Rotherham
2. Blackpool 0-3 Reading
3. Reading 1-2 Peterborough
4. Bradford 2-0 Reading
5. Reading 3-2 Luton

Reading comparatively have shown much more average form, not bad by any means but not quite able to match that that Plymouth have shown in their last 5. Reading have been able to win 2, lose 2 and draw 1 which perfectly encapsulates why they currently sit in 15th in the league.

The goal scoring and defensive numbers are also pretty average for the side, at the back they have only been able to keep a single clean sheet whilst conceding 7. Up front they have pretty much matched this with 8 goals scored.

Plymouth vs Reading Predictions:

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 66.70% confidence in Both Teams To Score. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Plymouth vs Reading Betting Tips:

Football Park's Best Bet: Both Teams To Score @1.70 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted Both Teams To Score in this fixture. Their respective forms, individual quality, and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players To Watch:

Lorent Tolaj (Plymouth):

Swiss forward Tolaj has not only been one of Plymouth's best players so far this season but one of the best across the whole of League One. He is leading the clubs goal contribution charts in the league by over double 2nd place with 13, 11 goals and 2 assists. His 11 goals also mean that he is leading the golden boot race for the season.

Lewis Wing (Reading):

Wing, who ironically does not play as a winger, has been a point of excitement in an otherwise unexciting season for Reading fans so far this season. He is top of the contribution charts for the club so far this season with 8, 5 goals and 3 assists. He has also shown he is capable of running games, especially on the road, as he did against Cardiff and Wycombe.

Plymouth vs Reading Match Facts:

Broadcast Details: Sky Sports+ (UK)

Stadium Information: The game will take place at Home Park in Plymouth, England, home of Plymouth Argyle. The stadium has a capacity of 19,500.