Match statistics snapshot
- Preston fired more attempts (21 vs 7 shots).
- Preston was more accurate in front of goal (38% on target vs 14%).
- Reading held more of the ball (59% possession).
Preston vs Reading
Attacking
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Preston | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 0Lead | Offsides | 1 |
| 14Lead | Shots inside the box | 1 |
| 6Lead | Shots off target | 2 |
| 8Lead | Shots on target | 1 |
| 7Lead | Shots outside the box | 6 |
| 21Lead | Total shots | 7 |
Possession & passing
How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Preston | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 41% | Ball possession | 59%Lead |
| 69% | Pass accuracy | 74%Lead |
| 196 | Accurate passes | 298Lead |
| 286 | Total passes | 402Lead |
Set pieces
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Preston | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Corner kicks | 5Lead |
Defensive & goalkeeping
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Preston | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 7Lead | Blocked shots | 4 |
| 1 | Goalkeeper saves | 7Lead |
Discipline
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Preston | Statistic | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| 17Lead | Fouls | 18 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |