Match Report
| Reading | Reading | | | Swansea City | Swansea City | ||||||||||||||||
| Stewart Anderson | Stewart Anderson | Computer Player | Computer Player | ||||||||||||||||||
| Gavin James | G. James | ![]() | 74 | G | ![]() | 1 | ![]() | G | 69 | ![]() | Oscar Santos | O. Santos | |||||||||
| Dario Monetta | D. Monetta | ![]() | 73 | D | ![]() | 2 | ![]() | D | 73 | ![]() | Glenn Hendriks | G. Hendriks | |||||||||
| Gunther Grun | G. Grun | ![]() | 71 | D | ![]() | 3 | ![]() | D | 72 | ![]() | Juan Pardo | J. Pardo | |||||||||
| Seyni Vanvynckt | S. Vanvynckt | ![]() | 76 | D | ![]() | 4 | ![]() | D | 68 | ![]() | Azziz Casanova | A. Casanova | |||||||||
| Liam Croft | L. Croft | ![]() | 78 | M | ![]() | 5 | ![]() | M | 74 | ![]() | Adolfo Crespo | A. Crespo | |||||||||
| Matt Hopkin | M. Hopkin | ![]() | 77 | M | ![]() | 6 | ![]() | M | 72 | ![]() | Scott Joseph | S. Joseph | |||||||||
| Moustapha El-Karkouri | M. El-Karkouri | ![]() | 84 | M | ![]() | 7 | ![]() | M | 72 | ![]() | Tony Lacombe | T. Lacombe | |||||||||
| Djezon Ajas | D. Ajas | ![]() | 78 | M | ![]() | 8 | ![]() | M | 68 | ![]() | Enrique Soler | E. Soler | |||||||||
| Jose Fortes Galadames | J. Galadames | ![]() | 77 | A | ![]() | 9 | ![]() | A | 75 | ![]() | Fernando Mario Brocard | F. Brocard | |||||||||
| Frederico Oliveira | F. Oliveira | ![]() | 72 | A | ![]() | 10 | ![]() | A | 75 | ![]() | David Godoy | D. Godoy | |||||||||
| Stuart Royce | S. Royce | ![]() | 78 | A | ![]() | 11 | ![]() | A | 74 | ![]() | Lamberto Mareggini | L. Mareggini | |||||||||
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| Frederico Pirri | F. Pirri | ![]() | 70 | D | ![]() | 12 | ![]() | A | 70 | ![]() | Nicolas Böhm | N. Böhm | |||||||||
| Graeme Hendrie | G. Hendrie | ![]() | 68 | M | ![]() | 13 | ![]() | A | 68 | ![]() | Tim Mendez | T. Mendez | |||||||||
| Craig Mcgreal | C. Mcgreal | ![]() | 74 | A | ![]() | 14 | ![]() | D | 68 | ![]() | Raul Dicara | R. Dicara | |||||||||
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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Madejski Stadium where Reading play host to Swansea City. A crowd of 15,961 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Reading and Swansea City are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Stuart Sturridge.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Reading and Swansea City are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Stuart Sturridge.
0.00
Reading kick off and get the match underway!
3.05
Dario Monetta decides to run forward with the ball. Dario Monetta flicks a high ball forward to Jose Fortes Galadames who takes it down. Jose Fortes Galadames knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Azziz Casanova.
8.18
Stuart Royce picks a pass forward to Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira whips in a cross ball towards Stuart Royce. Stuart Royce makes a looping header on goal. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
9.29
Gunther Grun brings the ball forward. With a delightful solo run, Gunther Grun stretches the opposition's defence. Gunther Grun shoots from 25 yards. Good keeping from Oscar Santos as he gets his fingers to the ball and pushes it wide.
10.54
It's a corner kick. Djezon Ajas loops the ball over to the far post. Some good footwork from Gunther Grun provides some space. He shoots at goal. Magnificent block by Azziz Casanova!
12.56
Seyni Vanvynckt surges forward with the ball. Seyni Vanvynckt runs straight at the opposition's defence. Seyni Vanvynckt whips in a cross ball towards Stuart Royce. Stuart Royce makes a deft header but it is tipped over by Oscar Santos.
14.13
Corner kick to Reading. Djezon Ajas chips it to the near post. Enrique Soler reaches the ball and heads it out of the danger area!
18.49
Matt Hopkin laces a through ball forward to Djezon Ajas. Djezon Ajas flicks a high pass forward. Frederico Oliveira controls it well on his chest. Frederico Oliveira whips in a cross ball towards Jose Fortes Galadames. Jose Fortes Galadames outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. Oscar Santos didn't know what hit him as the ball comes off him at close range. The loose ball is scrambled clear by the defence.
21.48
Matt Hopkin knocks the ball forward to Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira whips in a cross ball towards Stuart Royce. Stuart Royce outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward but he balloons it over the crossbar!
22.40
Dario Monetta kicks a strong pass forward to Matt Hopkin. Matt Hopkin flicks a high pass forward. Frederico Oliveira collects the pass. Frederico Oliveira shoots from long range. Magnificent save by Oscar Santos!
24.33
Djezon Ajas flicks a high pass forward. Moustapha El-Karkouri holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Moustapha El-Karkouri knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
26.53
Scott Joseph flicks a high pass forward. Enrique Soler controls it well on his chest. Enrique Soler flicks a high ball forward to Lamberto Mareggini who takes it down. Lamberto Mareggini shoots from long range. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
27.56
Gunther Grun barges into Lamberto Mareggini. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Lamberto Mareggini runs off the knock.
28.11
Frederico Oliveira barges into Azziz Casanova. The referee calls over Frederico Oliveira and warns him to calm down! Azziz Casanova hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
30.17
Tony Lacombe makes a simple pass to Fernando Mario Brocard. Fernando Mario Brocard shoots from 25 yards but somehow Gavin James manages to keep it out.
34.00
Matt Hopkin flicks the ball to his team mate, Liam Croft. Liam Croft shoots from long range but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
39.53
Tony Lacombe hits a low pass to Scott Joseph. Scott Joseph passes the ball forward to David Godoy. David Godoy shoots from outside the area but it flies wide!
40.40
From the throw-in, Adolfo Crespo picks out Enrique Soler. Enrique Soler makes a beautiful pass to the feet of David Godoy. David Godoy shoots from 20 yards but it is shockingly off target!
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Reading appear unchanged since the first half. Swansea City also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Swansea City kick off and get the second half underway!
47.36
Tony Lacombe flicks a high pass forward. Lamberto Mareggini controls it well on his chest. Lamberto Mareggini controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
51.43
Djezon Ajas plays the ball forward to Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira whips in a cross ball towards Jose Fortes Galadames. Jose Fortes Galadames is unmarked! He powers a header at goal but it is shockingly off target!
54.46
Adolfo Crespo flicks a high pass forward. David Godoy controls it well on his chest. David Godoy shoots from 25 yards. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is a match for it. Well saved!
59.33
Enrique Soler makes a beautiful pass to the feet of David Godoy. David Godoy skips past Gunther Grun! Some good footwork from David Godoy provides some space. He shoots at goal. It's there!! Gavin James has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
61.33
Reading have made a substitution with Craig Mcgreal replacing Stuart Royce .
66.14
Matt Hopkin catches Enrique Soler on the ankles. The referee calls over Matt Hopkin and shows him a yellow card! Enrique Soler runs off the knock.
67.58
Frederico Oliveira plays the ball forward to Jose Fortes Galadames. Jose Fortes Galadames knocks in a cross ball towards Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira directs the ball goalwards with his head. Azziz Casanova steps in front, blocking the shot. He clears the ball quickly up field.
71.33
Jose Fortes Galadames catches Juan Pardo on the ankles. The referee warns Jose Fortes Galadames to calm down! Juan Pardo stretches but gets up unharmed.
72.23
Moustapha El-Karkouri catches Scott Joseph on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Scott Joseph stretches but gets up unharmed.
73.42
Seyni Vanvynckt passes the ball forward to Matt Hopkin. Matt Hopkin flicks a high pass forward. Craig Mcgreal holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Craig Mcgreal sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
75.31
Matt Hopkin passes the ball forward to Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira shoots from long range. Frederico Oliveira scores for Reading!!
77.31
Reading have made a substitution with Graeme Hendrie replacing Matt Hopkin .
78.22
Dario Monetta flicks a high pass forward. Gunther Grun controls it well on his chest. Gunther Grun sees Craig Mcgreal in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Craig Mcgreal lofts in a cross ball towards Jose Fortes Galadames. Jose Fortes Galadames outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. Oscar Santos manages to gather it.
79.38
Moustapha El-Karkouri threads a neat ball through to Craig Mcgreal. Craig Mcgreal controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it is miles over!
81.12
Showing composure, Moustapha El-Karkouri plays the ball forward to Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira tries a spectacular long range effort. It's miles wide!
83.30
Gunther Grun threads a neat ball through to Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira flicks a high pass forward. Craig Mcgreal collects the pass. Craig Mcgreal lofts in a cross ball towards Frederico Oliveira. Frederico Oliveira finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
87.57
Liam Croft kicks a strong pass forward to Jose Fortes Galadames. Jose Fortes Galadames edges inside the box! Juan Pardo barges into Jose Fortes Galadames. Jose Fortes Galadames appeals for a penalty! No says the ref!!
90.00
Moustapha El-Karkouri changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Moustapha El-Karkouri knocks in a cross ball towards Craig Mcgreal. Craig Mcgreal gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The ball takes a deflection leaving Oscar Santos with no chance!! Goal for Reading!
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
3
1
Shots on Target
10
3
Shots off Target
7
4
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
5
0
Yellow Cards
3
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
66.3%
33.7%
Play Area
21.7%
44.6%
33.7%
Scorers
| Frederico Oliveira 75, 83 Craig Mcgreal 90 | David Godoy 59 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Frederico Oliveira of Reading |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Gavin James (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Dario Monetta (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Gunther Grun (DEF) | ![]() | 6 |
| 4. | Seyni Vanvynckt (DEF) | 7 | |
| 5. | Liam Croft (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Matt Hopkin (MID) | ![]() | 7 |
| 7. | Moustapha El-Karkouri (MID) | ![]() | 6 |
| 8. | Djezon Ajas (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Jose Fortes Galadames (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Frederico Oliveira (ATT) | ![]() ![]() | 9 |
| 11. | Stuart Royce (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Frederico Pirri (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Graeme Hendrie (MID) | 6 | |
| 14. | Craig Mcgreal (ATT) | ![]() | 8 |
| 1. | Oscar Santos (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Glenn Hendriks (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Juan Pardo (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Azziz Casanova (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Adolfo Crespo (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Scott Joseph (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Tony Lacombe (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Enrique Soler (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Fernando Mario Brocard (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | David Godoy (ATT) | ![]() | 7 |
| 11. | Lamberto Mareggini (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Nicolas Böhm (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Tim Mendez (ATT) | 0 | |
| 14. | Raul Dicara (DEF) | 0 | |















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