Reading FC vs. Swansea City AFC (27.12.2022)

In an eventful match on December 27, 2022, Reading FC hosted Swansea City in a game that was brimming with action and intensity. Goals, cards, and multiple substitutions marked the flow of the encounter.

The fixture sparked into life in the 27th minute when both teams made their mark on the game. Oliver Cooper of Swansea received a yellow card, signaling an aggressive approach from the visitors early on. Instantly responding to the aggression, Reading's A. Carroll found the back of the net with a well-placed shot, opening the scoring and giving the home side a crucial lead.

The first half saw another significant moment as Thomas Holmes of Reading was booked with a yellow card at the 40-minute mark. This reflected a tightly contested match with both sides fighting hard for control.

Shortly after halftime, in the 53rd minute, T. Ince managed to score a 'normal goal' for Reading, consolidating their lead with clinical finesse and raising hopes among the Reading fans for a comfortable win.

Swansea, looking to change their fortunes, made a triple substitution in the 58th minute, with O. Cooper making way in the first of their allowed changes, accompanied by J. Allen and J. Fulton. Their fourth substitution followed shortly after, with N. Wood-Gordon entering the fray in the 61st minute.

The home team reacted with a substitution of their own in the 65th minute, introducing Y. Meïté into the match in an attempt to freshen up their attacking options.

Tensions escalated in the 66th minute as Harry Darling and Ben Cabango of Swansea were both cautioned with yellow cards, reflecting a heightened sense of urgency from the visiting team.

Swansea’s efforts paid dividends in the 71st minute when L. Cullen scored, igniting hope for a comeback. However, Reading remained resilient and held strong against the revived Swansea attack.

As the game approached its conclusion, Reading's Mamadou Loum received a yellow card in the 77th minute, adding to the list of cautions in an already heated match. Swansea used their final substitution in the 78th minute, with M. Sorinola coming on as their fifth and last change.

To manage the game's final stages, Reading made two more substitutions in the 80th minute. A. Carroll, who had opened the scoring, was substituted alongside J. Hoilett, allowing fresh legs to protect the lead.

Ultimately, Reading FC emerged victorious from a match that was rich in drama and tactical maneuvering. The win was a testament to Reading’s resilience and effective strategy under pressure, holding onto their lead despite Swansea’s resurgence in the second half.

Lineup Reading FC

Lineup Swansea City AFC

Substitutes Reading FC

Substitutes Swansea City AFC

Reading FC

Reading FC was founded in 1871, making it one of the oldest clubs in England. Based in the town of the same name in the English county of Berkshire, Reading play their home games at the Madejski Stadium, which boasts a capacity of over 24,000 fans. This football shrine was named after the team's former boss, Sir John Madejski.

Swansea City AFC

Swansea City AFC is a Welsh football team based in the county of West Glamorgan. It has been in existence for over a century, having been founded in 1912. However, back then it was called as Swansea Town. The change to the current name occurred in 1969. Their home stadium, the Liberty Stadium, can welcome over 21,000 sports fans.

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