Plymouth Argyle and Reading face each other on Friday 12.26.2025, at 15:00 (UK Time), in a EFL League One 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Plymouth Argyle's home ground, the Home Park.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Plymouth Argyle and Reading, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Plymouth Argyle vs Reading
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Over 2.5 Goals
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Plymouth Argyle preview
Plymouth Argyle heads into the match with the following record in the EFL League One: in 21 matches, The Pilgrims secured 8 victories, 1 draws, and 12 losses, maintaining an average of 1.19 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Plymouth Argyle's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 26 victories so far.
Plymouth Argyle has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 96 goals, of which 26 were scored in the EFL League One, resulting in an average of 1.24 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Mustapha Bundu, who has found the back of the net 10 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Mustapha Bundu has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, Plymouth Argyle has conceded 33 goals in the EFL League One (an average of 1.57 per game) and 134 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.7 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Reading preview
Reading comes into the game with 20 matches played so far in the EFL League One. They have secured 6 victories, 7 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.25 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 35 wins, 21 draws, and 25 losses.
The Royals's attack has been highly effective, scoring 121 goals during this period. Of that total, 24 were netted in the EFL League One, with an average of 1.2 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.49.
The Royals's offensive system is led by Sam Smith, the team's top scorer this season. The english forward has found the back of the net 18 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Charlie Savage. The midfielder has contributed with 9 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 26 goals with an average of 1.3 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 105 goals in 81 matches, averaging 1.3 per match.
Head to head: Plymouth Argyle vs Reading
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Plymouth Argyle
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W L L |
1.19 |
| Home | W L L L D |
1 |
| Away | W W W L L |
1.36 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 30% | 45% |
| Goals | 2.81 | 2.3 | 3.27 |
| Scored | 1.24 | 0.9 | 1.55 |
| Conceded | 1.57 | 1.4 | 1.73 |
| Both Teams to Score | 38% | 40% | 36% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 20% | 27% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 40% | 36% |
| 1st to Score | 43% | 50% | 36% |
|
xG
|
1.23 | 1.34 | 1.13 |
|
xGA
|
1.5 | 1.23 | 1.75 |
Reading
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L W D |
1.25 |
| Home | W L D W D |
1.64 |
| Away | L W L D D |
0.78 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 45% | 11% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2.27 | 2.78 |
| Scored | 1.2 | 1.18 | 1.22 |
| Conceded | 1.3 | 1.09 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 65% | 64% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 27% | 11% |
| Failed To Score | 15% | 9% | 22% |
| 1st to Score | 43% | 45% | 44% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.37 | 1.37 |
|
xGA
|
1.33 | 1.23 | 1.45 |
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