Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Madejski Stadium where Reading play host to Leeds United. A crowd of 8,751 fill this 10,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Reading and Leeds United are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Alan Lawrence.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Reading and Leeds United are lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Alan Lawrence.
0.00
0-0Reading kick off the first half!
2.33
0-0Neil Weaver flicks the ball to his team mate, Danny Stuart. Danny Stuart knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
4.33
0-0Steve Gascoigne makes a simple pass to Peter Woodgate. Peter Woodgate cuts inside the box! Some world-class footwork from Peter Woodgate provides some space. He curls a shot at goal but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
6.39
1-0Omer Lisbie flicks a high pass forward to Nick Luzhny who brings the ball under control. Nick Luzhny flicks a high pass forward to Franceco Sgrò who brings the ball under control. Franceco Sgrò advances inside the box! Franceco Sgrò takes a shot at goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
9.59
Darl Monteiro controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Danny Stuart. Danny Stuart skips past Omer Lisbie! Danny Stuart rockets a shot on goal. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
10.09
1-0Steve Gascoigne kicks a strong pass forward to Steve Naylor. Steve Naylor plays a one-two with Franceco Sgrò and advances towards the goal... Steve Naylor shows great control and tries a shot on goal but Emile Williams is on top of it.
12.45
Nick Luzhny runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Nick Luzhny whips in a cross ball towards Franceco Sgrò. Franceco Sgrò outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward but it's well over the bar!
14.11
1-0Nick Luzhny makes a simple pass to Steve Naylor. Steve Naylor kicks a strong pass forward to Peter Woodgate but the referee indicates it's offside!
15.16
1-0Darl Monteiro flicks a high ball forward to Peter Makin who takes it down. Peter Makin plays a one-two with Danny Stuart and rushes in on goal... Craig Summerbee hacks Peter Makin from behind! That's got to be a penalty! No, the referee isn't even looking in that direction!!
20.48
Steve Gascoigne threads the ball through to Steve Naylor. Steve Naylor deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Peter Woodgate but the linesman indicates offside!
21.33
1-0Darl Monteiro catches Mario Vecchiola on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Mario Vecchiola runs off the knock.
28.25
Mario Vecchiola controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Peter Woodgate. Peter Woodgate flicks the ball to his team mate, Franceco Sgrò. Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Franceco Sgrò provides some space. He curls a shot at goal. It's there!! Emile Williams has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
33.52
Nick Luzhny threads the ball through to Steve Naylor. Steve Naylor whips in a cross ball towards Peter Woodgate. Peter Woodgate whips the ball goalwards with his head but it whistles just wide of the post!
34.36
2-0Reading are in full control of this game.
40.35
Steve Gascoigne flicks the ball to his team mate, Peter Woodgate. Peter Woodgate threads a neat, attacking ball through to Franceco Sgrò. Franceco Sgrò rockets a shot on goal. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!! The crowd cheers as the Italian celebrates his hattrick!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Reading have changed their lineup with Mario Corsi replacing Franceco Sgrò. Leeds United appear unchanged since the first half. The Leeds United players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The whistle blows and Leeds United kick off!
49.03
Terry Davies flicks a high ball forward to Darl Monteiro who takes it down. Darl Monteiro threads a neat ball through to Danny Stuart. Danny Stuart knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Peter Mendonca who gathers it comfortably.
51.39
Mario Vecchiola darts forward. Mario Vecchiola kicks a strong pass forward to Steve Naylor but the referee indicates it's offside!
53.50
Gavin Collins hits a low pass to Darl Monteiro. Darl Monteiro makes a probing pass to Danny Stuart. Danny Stuart sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is more than a match for it. Great keeping!
55.46
Simon Dichio sees Steve Gascoigne in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Steve Gascoigne threads a neat ball through to Peter Woodgate. Peter Woodgate shoots from 25 yards. Emile Williams gathers the ball up comfortably. Good save!
57.27
Darl Monteiro deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Danny Stuart. Danny Stuart shoots from 20 yards but it is miles over!
61.37
Mario Vecchiola flicks a high pass forward to Peter Woodgate who brings the ball under control. Peter Woodgate plays a scrappy one-two with Steve Naylor and advances towards the goal... Peter Woodgate takes a shot at goal which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
65.05
With a delightful solo run, Mario Vecchiola stretches the opposition's defence. Mario Vecchiola lofts in a cross ball towards Steve Naylor. Steve Naylor beats his man to it with a header but it's well over the bar!
67.02
Steve Gascoigne threads a neat ball through to Mario Corsi. Mario Corsi plays a quick one-two with Peter Woodgate and rushes in on goal... Mario Corsi muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but it curls horrendously wide!
69.47
Mario Bucchi makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Mario Vecchiola. Mario Vecchiola knocks the ball forward to Steve Naylor. Steve Naylor advances inside the box! Steve Naylor rockets a shot on goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
72.32
Neil Weaver controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Peter Makin. Peter Makin knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
75.56
Mario Vecchiola flicks a high pass forward. Mario Corsi holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Mario Corsi knocks in a cross ball towards Peter Woodgate. Peter Woodgate finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. Solid save from Emile Williams.
78.54
Michael Summerbell threads a neat ball through to Neil Weaver. Neil Weaver runs straight at the opposition's defence. Neil Weaver knocks in a cross ball towards Peter Makin. Peter Makin outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. It smacks hard against the advertising boards behind the goal. Just wide!
79.09
Mario Bucchi threads a neat ball through to Steve Gascoigne. Steve Gascoigne makes an attacking run forward. Steve Gascoigne cuts inside the box! Steve Gascoigne rockets a shot on goal but is denied by Emile Williams. Excellent save.
81.31
5-0Simon Simonsen barges into Steve Gascoigne. The referee brings Simon Simonsen to one side and gives him a warning! Steve Gascoigne stretches but gets up unharmed.
83.21
Darl Monteiro barges into Mario Bucchi. Darl Monteiro is warned by the referee! Mario Bucchi hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
85.16
Omer Lisbie deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Mario Vecchiola. Mario Vecchiola flicks the ball to his team mate, Peter Woodgate. Peter Woodgate plays a scrappy one-two with Steve Naylor and stumbles forward towards the goal... Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Peter Woodgate provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal but it's a lousy effort!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Franceco Sgrò 6, 28, 40 Peter Woodgate 61 Steve Naylor 69 |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Peter Mendonca (GK)
6
2. Craig Summerbee (DEF)
6
3. Mario Bucchi (DEF)
6
4. Omer Lisbie (DEF)
6
5. Simon Dichio (DEF)
6
6. Nick Luzhny (MID)
7
7. Mario Vecchiola (MID)
7
8. Steve Gascoigne (MID)
7
9. Steve Naylor (ATT)
8
10. Franceco Sgrò (ATT)
9
11. Peter Woodgate (ATT)
8
12. Luca Zola (GK)
0
13. Copain De Gier (MID)
0
14. Mario Corsi (ATT)
6
1. Emile Williams (GK)
6
2. Michael Summerbell (DEF)
6
3. Alfred Lawrence (DEF)
6
4. Gavin Collins (DEF)
6
5. Terry Davies (DEF)
6
6. Simon Simonsen (MID)
5
7. Darl Monteiro (MID)
6
8. Neil Weaver (MID)
6
9. Morris Parker (ATT)
6
10. Peter Makin (ATT)
6
11. Danny Stuart (ATT)
6
12. Steve Le Tissier (MID)
0
13. Glynn Ferdinand (ATT)
0
14. Adam Mendonca (DEF)
0