2020-21 Championship – Reading vs Derby Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Reading vs Derby kick off? Monday 5th April, 2021 – 15:00 (UK)
Where is Reading vs Derby being played? Madejski Stadium, Reading
Where can I get tickets for Reading vs Derby? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Reading vs Derby 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 Derby 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; Yiadom, Holmes, Moore, Richards; Rinomhota, Laurent; Meite, Olise, Ejaria; Lucas Joao
Unavailable: Araruna (Injured), Morrison (Injured), Swift (Injured)
Questionable: Rafael (Injured)
DERBY
Predicted line-up (3-4-2-1): Marshall; Wisdom, Clarke, Forsyth; Byrne, Bird, Shinnie, Jozwiak; Sibley, Lawrence; Kazim-Richards
Unavailable: Bielik (Injured), Davies (Injured), Gregory (Injured), Ibe (Injured), Waghorn (Injured)
Questionable:
THE PREDICTION
Derby’s excellent 2-0 win over Luton on Good Friday ended a run of seven Championship games without a win for Wayne Rooney’s side. Victory came at a cost however, with the loss of goalscorer Lee Gregory and Martyn Waghorn to hamstring injuries. Reading had to settle for a 1-1 draw in an end-to-end battle with playoff rivals Barnsley at Oakwell. The match will be remembered for a miss of the season contender from Reading striker Lucas Joao which would have given his side a priceless win. With home advantage in their favour here, a similar performance from Reading with more cutting edge in front of goal should see them take advantage of a Derby side weakened from their injuries suffered vs Luton and pick up a crucial three points.
