Luton Town vs Reading
7th May 1230hrs
Football – England – EFL Championship
Pick Home Win
Bookmaker Unibet
Odds: 1/2 odds taken 1235 GMT, Friday 6 May
Nathan Jones’ Luton Town and Paul Ince’s Reading square off in the EFL Championship on the final weekend of the regular season. This is one of Luton’s biggest games in their 137-year history, as three points will guarantee their spot in the Championship play-offs. The Hatters are potentially four games away from securing their place in the Premier League. However, can the Royals rain on Luton’s parade? Check out the latest odds and best tips.
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Luton Town Preview – Can the Hatters get the points?
Luton Town had had a memorable Championship season. No matter what happens on the final day, Nathan Jones has done a remarkable job at Kenilworth Road. Injuries have halted their momentum of late, though, with the Hatters taking just one point from their last two games.
After being held to a 1-1 home draw by Blackpool, Luton crashed to a devastating 7-0 defeat to Fulham, who were crowned champions at the final whistle. That was Town’s heaviest loss of the campaign. However, all will be forgotten if they can take the required three points here.
Despite the loss in London on Monday, Luton will be well up for this one. One more win will see them take a play-off place against all odds. The bookies are offering 1/2 for a home win.
Reading Preview – Will the Royals cause an upset?
Reading have had a difficult time off and on the field this season. The Royals were handed a six-point penalty for breaking EFL rules, which coincided with some terrible form on the pitch. Paul Ince arrived in February and has slowly but surely turned the club’s fortunes around.
After a superb run of three wins and three draws from seven, Reading have stayed up comfortably in the end. However, they have lost their last two without scoring, losing 3-0 at Hull City and 1-0 at home to West Bromwich Albion.
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Reading will want to finish a frantic season on a high note and ruin Luton’s play-off party. The bookies are offering the big odds of 6/1 for an away win.
Luton Town vs Reading Betting Advice
Luton left the Select Car Leasing Stadium with all three points back in January. Jones’ men put in a perfect away performance, with an own goal and a second-half Allan Campbell goal giving the Bedfordshire club a comfortable 2-0 victory.
In the 2020-21 season, these two clubs met four times. Reading picked up four points from the two league meetings, while Luton won 1-0 in both the EFL Cup and FA Cup.
Key Facts – Luton Town vs Reading Betting Tip
- Luton are one win away from securing a play-off spot
- The Hatters have lost just one home league game since November
- Paul Ince has won only one away match at Reading
Luton have a proud record on their own patch this season, and the Bedfordshire boys have suffered just one Championship home loss since November. Reading have struggled on their travels this term, and we fancy the home side to get the job done. The Luton win is available at 1/2.
Harry Cornick has popped up with some vital goals this season. The 27-year-old has not always been in Jones’ starting line-up, but Cornick has made the most of his chances when called upon. He is available at 5/1 to score first.
The best betting odds for Luton Town vs Reading
Luton Town to win: 1/2 at Bet365
Draw: 3/1 at Bet365
Reading to win: 6/1 at Bet365
