Leyton Orient return to League One action hoping to stabilise after a poor run, taking just 0.80 points per game overall and only 1.00 PPG at home. However, we predict a 2-1 away win as Reading have found their best form of late. Injuries to Connolly, El Mizouni and Graham limit Leyton midfield options, though there are no new concerns. Despite their struggles, Orient matches tend to be open: they concede 1.40 goals per home game, while BTTS lands in 80% of their home fixtures. Their xGA remains high at 1.52, highlighting consistent defensive vulnerability. Going forward, they average 1.00 home goal per match, failing to score in 20% at Brisbane Road.
Reading have been producing fine displays of late under Leam Richardson, having won four of their last five and keeping things stable after a 1–0 win over Stockport in the FA Cup. The Royals average 2.00 points per game overall, and perform well away with 1.75 PPG and 2.00 goals scored per match. Their defence has improved significantly, conceding only 1.00 away goal on average, backed by a solid 1.49 xGA.
Orient lead the recent H2H (3W from 5), but Reading’s momentum and balance give them an edge here. Therefore, Away Win should be considered, alongside Over 2.5 goals and Reading Over 1.5.
This League 1 match will be played on Saturday 17 January 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Leyton Orient vs Reading prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Leyton Orient 1 - 2 Reading
Leyton Orient vs Reading Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Dominic Ballard @ 162 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferLeyton Orient Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wllld | 0.80 |
| Home | ldwld | 1.00 |
| Away | wllll | 0.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.90 | 2.40 | 3.40 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 1.00 | 1.20 |
| Conceded | 1.80 | 1.40 | 2.20 |
| BTTS | 50% | 80% | 20% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 0% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 20% | 60% |
| Expected Goals | 1.18 | 1.20 | 1.16 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.48 | 1.52 | 1.44 |
Reading Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwdww | 2.00 |
| Home | dlwww | 2.17 |
| Away | wlwd | 1.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.60 | 2.33 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.70 | 1.50 | 2.00 |
| Conceded | 0.90 | 0.83 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Expected Goals | 1.32 | 1.33 | 1.29 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.24 | 1.07 | 1.49 |
Leyton Orient vs Reading Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Leyton Orient (60%)
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Reading (20%)
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