Reading Vs Leeds United Match Preview


By Rob Tan
October 21 2004

Fallen giants Leeds United visit the Madejski Stadium for the first time tonight as the Royals look to continue their excellent home form and recent unbeaten run in the Championship.

 
READING
VS
LEEDS UNITED

19TH OCTOBER 2004

20:00 PM KICK OFF

MADEJSKI STADIUM

TEAM NEWS

Steve Sidwell is back from suspension, and it remains to be seen how Reading's midfield will line up if he makes his return tonight.

Nicky Forster's groin puts him out for a number of weeks. Shaun Goater should continue up front with Dave Kitson.

Adie Williams could be fit to play, Ibrahima Sonko will continue in defence otherwise.

Leeds are without Jermaine Wright and young Stephen Crainey. Loanee Brett Ormerod is a doubt for the game against Reading but Julian Joachim could return after a recent family bereavement.

Leeds United Key Player - Danny Pugh

FORM GUIDE

The Royals are unbeaten in their last six games, and home form in the league has been impressive. Reading are often said to raise their game against the 'bigger' clubs and a bumper crowd is expected.

Leeds are just inside the top half of the table and their form has been unremarkable. However, with Leeds certain to be looking to make a quick return to the Premiership, there can be no doubt that this will be a highly contested affair.

PREVIOUS MEETINGS

Leeds   2:3 Reading - 18/11/97
Leeds   2:1 Reading - 10/01/96
Reading 0:1 Leeds   - 12/12/87
Leeds   0:0 Reading - 22/08/87
Reading 2:1 Leeds   - 22/04/87
Leeds   3:2 Reading - 13/09/86

OTHER INFORMATION

This game is completely SOLD OUT for Reading fans

Leeds supporters should contact Leeds United Ticket Office for more information for tickets.

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