Match statistics snapshot
- Cardiff fired more attempts (17 vs 8 shots).
- Reading was more accurate in front of goal (50% on target vs 24%).
- Reading held more of the ball (65% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Reading | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 1Lead | Offsides | 3 |
| 2 | Shots inside the box | 11Lead |
| 1 | Shots off target | 9Lead |
| 4 |
| Shots on target |
|---|
| 4 |
| 6 | Shots outside the box | 6 |
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| 8 | Total shots | 17Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Reading | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 65%Lead | Ball possession | 35% |
| 79%Lead | Pass accuracy | 65% |
| 396Lead | Accurate passes | 162 |
| 502Lead | Total passes | 249 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Reading | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Corner kicks | 6Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Reading | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Blocked shots | 4Lead |
| 4Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 2 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Reading | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 11Lead | Fouls | 13 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 1 | Yellow cards | 1 |