Rafael Guillén
There are two games left to avoid relegation, and this is a direct clash to stay in the league. Reading vs Wigan Athletic has both squads in the 22nd and 24th positions, respectively. A victory can save them, but neither team allows their opponent to gain points, so we expect a very intense game.
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Predictions, Picks, and Betting Odds for Reading vs Wigan Athletic EFL Championship Matchday 45 Game on April 29, 2023
- Where: Select Car Leasing Stadium, Reading, England
- When: Saturday, April 29, 2023, 10:00 AM ET
- Moneyline: Reading (+170) / Tie (+220) / Wigan Athletic (+180)
- Asian Handicap: Reading (AH -0.5, +165) / Wigan Athletic (AH +0.5, -205)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+112) / Under (-139)
- Both teams score: Yes (-125) / No (-105)
All odds are provided by Unibet
Betting on Reading Football Club
The Royals are one point away from Huddersfield, who is safe from relegation. If it wins and the teams above it lose, it will change positions. Although it does not have full control of its fate, it shouldn’t matter to the Royals. It needs to come out determined to get all three points.
The problem is that it has not been able to win for 10 games in a row, and this has put it in a very difficult situation. One of its main issues is the lack of goals.
During the losing streak, it has only scored four times, which led to the sacking of its former coach, Paul Ince. The responsibility to save the team for the last few games was given to Michael Gilkes. This decision was seen as controversial and risky by the Reading management.
Possible Lineup (4-4-2): Joe Lumley; Andy Yiadom, Thomas Holmes, Nady Sarr, Nesta Guinness-Walker; Femi Azeez, Jeff Hendrick, Cesare Casadei, Mamadi Camara; Lucas Joao, Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan.
Betting on Wigan Athletic F.C.
The Latics have a tough road ahead as it has to rely on other teams’ results until the last minute. However, one thing is for sure: it must win both remaining matches no matter what, or else it’s out. This team is currently at the bottom of the standings and stand four points away from safety, so if its direct rivals keep adding points, it’ll be sent to League One.
It’s trying to perform a miracle, and two consecutive victories have given it the motivation it needs to fight until the end. Both matches were tough, as it narrowly defeated Stoke City and scored a last-minute goal to beat Millwall 1-0.
Luck seems to be on its side, and winning this direct rivalry match could mean half the ticket to safety. Nevertheless, it depends on Blackpool’s performance and its last match against Rotherham, who’s also in trouble.
Possible Lineup: (3-4-2-1): Jamie Jones; Omar Rekik, Jack Whatmough, Ryan Nyambe; Tenday Darikwa, Max Power, Christ Junior Tiehi, James McClean; Callum Lang, Will Keane; Josh Magennis.
JefeBet Prediction
In these decisive games, the need for a win takes precedence over statistics or tactical systems. However, the current moment is crucial, which is why at JefeBet, we believe that Wigan Athletic will fight until the end and secure its third consecutive victory.
Prediction: Wigan Athletic Moneyline (REA 0-1 WIG)
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