Peterborough United will host Reading at the Weston Homes Stadium on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 7:45 PM. This match marks the conclusion of the 2025 season for Posh, who are aiming for their fifth consecutive victory in Sky Bet League One.
Match Preview: Posh vs Reading
Under the management of Luke Williams, Peterborough United has seen significant improvement. Williams initially won his first five matches across all competitions in November. Achieving five league wins in a row would be a remarkable feat, the first since February 2024.
Recent Performances
In their last match, Peterborough secured a thrilling victory against Leyton Orient, thanks to Declan Frith’s header in the last minute. Earlier in December, Posh defeated Reading 2-1 at the Select Car Leasing Stadium. Reading, however, demonstrated their attacking prowess with a 4-1 win over Plymouth Argyle, where Lewis Wing scored twice.
Team News
Peterborough will be missing players Sam Hughes, Rio Adebisi, and Harley Mills, who is recovering from hamstring surgery. Williams may consider lineup changes, with Tom O’Connor, Declan Frith, Gustav Lindgren, and Donay O’Brien-Brady competing for starting positions. On the Reading side, Randell Williams’ recent substitution might open the door for Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan, who previously scored against Posh.
Player to Watch: Jack Marriott
Jack Marriott has been a standout player for Reading since his signing from Wrexham in August. He made headlines by scoring in each of his first three starts, a feat last achieved by Noel Hunt in 2008. Marriott’s journey includes impressive stints at several clubs, notably scoring 33 goals in 56 appearances for Posh in an earlier spell.
Manager’s Insights
Luke Williams shared his thoughts about the upcoming match: “Both teams are well-acquainted with each other. It’s unusual to face the same opponent so soon, but we are confident after a strong run.” He acknowledged Reading’s recent form and their potential to challenge.
Ticket and Match Information
- Tickets are available for purchase at the Weston Homes Stadium, opening at 10 AM on match day.
- Reading fans will be situated in the away section, while Posh supporters can find seats in the GH Display Stand.
Kit Colors
Peterborough will don their home kit for this fixture, which is available for purchase.
Match Official
The referee for the match will be Alex Chilowicz.
This exciting encounter promises to be a thrilling finish to the year for both teams as they vie for crucial points in the league.
