Reading vs Chelsea U21 Prediction, Odds & Tips
Our Prediction
Match preview
Reading host Chelsea U21 in the EFL Trophy (Group South - 3) on Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at Madejski Stadium.
This season Reading score 2.2 and concede 1.2 goals a game; Chelsea U21 score 3.0 and concede 1.8.
Our model leans towards Draw No Bet: Home with 74% confidence, priced at 1.25.
Quick answers
Who will win Reading vs Chelsea U21?
Our model gives Reading 62%, the draw 17% and Chelsea U21 21%. Our tip is Draw No Bet: Home (74% confidence).
Will both teams score?
Our BTTS pick is yes, both teams to score (GG), with 66% confidence.
Over or under 2.5 goals?
We expect over 2.5 goals (three or more), 77% confidence.
What is the predicted correct score?
Our most likely score is Reading 2 - 1 Chelsea U21. Correct-score picks are long shots, so treat it as a guide.
What is the safest bet?
Double chance 12 (Home or Away (12)) has 83% confidence at odds of 1.10.
When is Reading vs Chelsea U21?
Kick-off is Tuesday, 13 October 2026, 18:00 UTC at Madejski Stadium. The time on this page is shown in your own time zone.
Match events
- 21'
- 25'Assist: Leo Black
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- 62'
- 77'
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- 79'
- 81'
- 81'
- 90+2'
- 90+2'
Match stats
Key stats
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Head to head
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Best available odds
EFL Trophy table
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