2020-21 Championship – Reading vs Birmingham Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Reading vs Birmingham kick off? Wednesday 9th December, 2020 – 19:45 (UK)
Where is Reading vs Birmingham being played? Madejski Stadium, Reading
Where can I get tickets for Reading vs Birmingham? This match will be played without spectators
What TV channel is Reading vs Birmingham on in the UK? Sky Sports have the rights to Championship matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Reading vs Birmingham in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
READING
Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Rafael; Holmes, Morrison, Moore, Richards; Laurent, Rinomhota, Meite, Ejaria, Olise; Joao
Unavailable: Araruna (Injured), Swift (Injured)
Questionable:
BIRMINGHAM
Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Etheridge; Colin, Roberts, Dean, Friend; Kieftenbeld, Sunjic; Sanchez, Halilovic, Bela; Hogan
Unavailable: Clayton (Injured)
Questionable:
THE PREDICTION
Following a surprise 0-1 victory away at Bristol City for Aitor Karanka’s side, Birmingham face a second away trip in four days, this time to Reading. The Royals are seemingly well over the sudden blip which followed such a strong start to the season and they are now unbeaten in their last four league games, sitting well inside the Championship playoff places. As is standard with an Aitor Karanka managed side, Birmingham will set up compact and well organised, making it very difficult for Reading to break through them. However, whilst a low scoring contest is anticipated, Reading have the likes of Lucas Joao and Yakou Meite to call upon, who perhaps contain that ruthless cutting edge that Bristol City have lacked at times and it’s this cutting edge that may prove the difference here, with Reading ultimately sneaking a narrow victory.
