Match report
Huddersfield Defeats Reading 2-0 in Championship Clash
Huddersfield
2–0
FT
Reading
May 8, 2023
Huddersfield Triumphs Over Reading: In a tightly contested Championship encounter on May 8th, Huddersfield emerged victorious against Reading with a 2-0 scoreline. This win is crucial as the team looks to secure their standing in the competitive league.
Key Facts
- • Huddersfield's first goal was scored by J. Koroma at minute 49, assisted by Brahima Diarra.
- • J. Hungbo netted Huddersfield's second goal in the 85th minute, set up by M. Pearson.
- • Reading player N. Sarr received a yellow card for a foul during the match.
- • Huddersfield made multiple substitutions including Jaheim Headley, Brahima Diarra, and J. Rhodes.
Lineups
Huddersfield
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 21 L. Nicholls (G)
- 4 M. Pearson (D)
- 32 T. Lees (D)
- 39 M. Helik (D)
- 14 J. Ruffels (D)
- 18 D. Kasumu (M)
- 22 J. Rudoni (M)
- 10 J. Koroma (M)
- 35 B. Diarra (M)
- 48 J. Headley (M)
- 9 J. Rhodes (F)
Substitutes
- 30 B. Jackson
- 16 J. Hungbo
- 49 M. Waghorn
- 6 J. Hogg
- 36 K. Harratt
- 23 R. Edmonds-Green
- 1 T. Vaclík
Reading
Formation: 4-1-4-1
Starting XI
- 31 C. Boyce-Clarke (G)
- 27 A. Mbengue (D)
- 3 T. Holmes (D)
- 24 N. Sarr (D)
- 17 A. Yiadom (D)
- 5 T. Mcintyre (M)
- 15 O. Azeez (M)
- 8 J. Hendrick (M)
- 20 C. Casadei (M)
- 23 J. Hoilett (M)
- 7 S. Long (F)
Substitutes
- 46 J. Senga-Ngoyi
- 30 K. Abrefa
- 6 S. Dann
- 18 N. Guinness-Walker
- 28 Mamadi Camará
- 32 N. Abbey
- 1 J. Lumley
Timeline
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46' Huddersfield subst · Substitution 1Off: Jaheim Headley · On: Ben Jackson -
49' Huddersfield Goal · Normal GoalJ. Koroma · Assist: Brahima Diarra -
59' Reading Card · Yellow CardN. SarrFoul
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68' Huddersfield subst · Substitution 2Off: Brahima Diarra · On: J. Hungbo -
68' Huddersfield subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Rhodes · On: M. Waghorn -
69' Reading subst · Substitution 1Off: C. Casadei · On: J. Senga-Ngoyi -
69' Reading subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Hoilett · On: K. Abrefa -
79' Reading subst · Substitution 3Off: T. McIntyre · On: S. Dann -
85' Huddersfield Goal · Normal GoalJ. Hungbo · Assist: M. Pearson -
86' Reading subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Yiadom · On: N. Guinness-Walker -
86' Reading subst · Substitution 5Off: Shane Long · On: Mamadi Camará -
87' Huddersfield subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Kasumu · On: J. Hogg -
88' Huddersfield subst · Substitution 5Off: J. Koroma · On: K. Harratt
Match Stats
| Stat | Huddersfield | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 7 | 16 |
| Pass Accuracy | 65% | 74% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 13 | 9 |
| Corners | 4 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 280 | 368 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 0 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 4 |
| Possession | 44% | 56% |
| Accurate Passes | 182 | 273 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 5 |
| Saves | 0 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ J. Koroma's goal at minute 49 shifted momentum in favor of Huddersfield.
- ▸ Huddersfield maintained their lead until the second goal by J. Hungbo in the 85th minute, solidifying their victory.