Match statistics snapshot
- Northampton fired more attempts (12 vs 7 shots).
- Reading was more accurate in front of goal (57% on target vs 42%).
- Reading held more of the ball (58% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Expected goals (xG) | ||
| 2 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 11Lead | Shots inside the box | 5 |
| 5 |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 2 |
| 5Lead | Shots on target | 4 |
|---|
| 1 | Shots outside the box | 2Lead |
|---|
| 12Lead | Total shots | 7 |
|---|
How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 42% | Ball possession | 58%Lead |
| 56% | Pass accuracy | 66%Lead |
| 199 | Accurate passes | 317Lead |
| 357 | Total passes | 482Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 4Lead | Corner kicks | 1 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 2Lead | Blocked shots | 1 |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 2 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 5Lead | Fouls | 14 |
| 0Lead | Red cards | 1 |
| 1Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |