Match statistics snapshot
- Reading fired more attempts (27 vs 8 shots).
- Newport County was more accurate in front of goal (38% on target vs 26%).
- Reading held more of the ball (59% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Reading | Statistic | Newport County |
|---|---|---|
| Expected goals (xG) | ||
| 6 | Offsides | 2Lead |
| 16Lead | Shots inside the box | 6 |
| 10 |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 2 |
| 7Lead | Shots on target | 3 |
|---|
| 11Lead | Shots outside the box | 2 |
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| 27Lead | Total shots | 8 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Reading | Statistic | Newport County |
|---|---|---|
| 59%Lead | Ball possession | 41% |
| 84%Lead | Pass accuracy | 72% |
| 445Lead | Accurate passes | 270 |
| 529Lead | Total passes | 376 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Reading | Statistic | Newport County |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Corner kicks | 3 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Reading | Statistic | Newport County |
|---|---|---|
| 10Lead | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 3 | Goalkeeper saves | 4Lead |
| Goals prevented |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Reading | Statistic | Newport County |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Fouls | 14 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2 | Yellow cards | 0Lead |