Reading vs Rotherham United: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 22 Nov '25)

The League One clash between Reading and Rotherham United promises to be a captivating contest, set to kick off at local time on Saturday, 22nd November '25. But how does one predict the outcome of such an encounter? Let's delve into the stats and see if we can decipher a likely winner.

The recent history between these two teams shows a slight edge for Reading, who have triumphed twice in their last three meetings, leaving Rotherham with just one victory and no matches ending in a stalemate. Interestingly, their last duel saw Reading come out on top with a 2-1 win at home on 15th February '25. Reading seems to enter this encounter with better momentum, having narrowly defeated Stevenage 1-0, whereas Rotherham United are coming off a goalless draw against Luton Town.

Currently, there's a disparity in their league standings, with Rotherham United sitting more comfortably in 11th place, while Reading find themselves lower on the table in 18th position. When it comes to individual performances, Reading rely heavily on J. Marriott, their top scorer with five goals, while R. James, with two assists, is pivotal for Rotherham in creating chances. Keeping these players in check could be crucial.

In terms of player ratings, Reading's top performers are Lewis Wing (7.59), followed by Paudie O’Connor and Joel Pereira, both with a rating of 7.06. Rotherham United also have standout players, with Hamish Douglas leading with a 7.53 rating, trailed by Thomas Holmes at 7.3 and Cameron Dawson at 7.15. Possession stats reveal that Reading averages 49.73%, slightly ahead of Rotherham's 43.75%, potentially hinting at a more ball-dominant strategy from Reading.

For those betting on corners, Reading has averaged 4.53 per game compared to Rotherham's 4.06. From a discipline standpoint, both teams show a similar number of yellow cards, with Reading accumulating 36 and Rotherham 31, yet neither has received a red card or conceded any penalty goals so far this season.

Given these insights and current form, it seems likely that Reading might have the slight upper hand in this matchup. However, as always in football, the final outcome may hinge on a few pivotal moments during the game.