Burton vs Reading Predictions

Burton vs Reading is scheduled for kick off on 12 December, at 12:30. The game is set to take place at Pirelli Stadium. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Burton and Reading. Burton have lost 3 English Football League - League One matches to Reading out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent draw with Peterborough, Burton aims to claim a win. Burton have won 1 of their last 5 English Football League - League One matches at Pirelli Stadium. Reading's away record stands at 1 victory from 5 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Wigan, Reading is determined to bounce back with a win against Burton.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Burton have scored over 1.5 goals in 82% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 91% of games. Their total stands at 16 goals and 38 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Reading have scored 22 goals with 54 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 80% of matches but conceded in 70% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Burton scored 5 goals while Reading scored 9 goals. Their last match on 17 Mar 2026 ended in 2-1 to Reading.