Cambridge United – Reading

Cambridge United edged a 2‑1 victory over Reading at the Abbey Stadium, extending their lead in the chase for promotion. The win moved the home side to fourth place with 11 points from six games, their record improving to three wins, two draws and a single loss while boasting a +2 goal difference. Reading slipped to 14th with seven points, having recorded two wins, one draw and two defeats and a +5 goal difference despite scoring more overall. The result also gave Cambridge the upper hand in their head‑to‑head this season, having won the only previous encounter between the two clubs.