Reading look a value bet this afternoon as they take on West Brom in a bid to progress to the quarter final of the FA Cup. Under new boss Brian McDermott the Royals have made high profile progress in the Cup, particularly with the victory at AnAnfieldbut have also substantially improved their Championship performances.
The Royals were a team that couldn't win at home but they have won their last three matches and two have been on home soil. We expect Roberto Di Matteo to make wholesale changes to his staring line up today as he prepares for an important clash against Cardiff on Tuesday. Thomas is suspended and influential defender Cech plus striker Miller won't make the team talk. Noble played in the competition for West Ham.
McDermott has less selection worries and he will look on the Cup as being the agent that has provided the improved form.
A general 2.75 on the washing line, Totesport go 2.9. It looks a puntinplay but wait for the team announcements.
