Match statistics snapshot
- Northampton created the clearer chances on xG (1.63 vs 1.14, Δ 0.49).
- Northampton fired more attempts (14 vs 10 shots).
- Reading was more accurate in front of goal (60% on target vs 36%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 1.63Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 1.14 |
| 2 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 13Lead | Shots inside the box | 9 |
| 5Lead |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 0 |
| 5 | Shots on target | 6Lead |
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| 1 | Shots outside the box | 1 |
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| 14Lead | Total shots | 10 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 43% | Ball possession | 57%Lead |
| 71% | Pass accuracy | 77%Lead |
| 209 | Accurate passes | 332Lead |
| 293 | Total passes | 433Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Corner kicks | 3 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Blocked shots | 4 |
| 3 | Goalkeeper saves | 5Lead |
| Goals prevented |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Northampton | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 5Lead | Fouls | 12 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |