Reading – Bromley

Reading host Bromley in a clash that could see the home side climb out of the lower mid‑table. Currently 14th with seven points from five games – two wins, a draw and two defeats, and a modest +5 goal difference (12‑7) – Reading will be looking to add to their tally. Bromley sit 22nd, five points from the same number of matches, having gathered one win and two draws while conceding 17 goals, leaving them on a –11 goal swing (6‑17). The two teams have not met often this season, so the fixture offers Bromley a chance to narrow the gap and Reading an opportunity to cement a push toward the top half.