Rz take on second-placed Watford in crucial game

As the old cliche goes: every game is a cup final now. With only six games remaining, Reading are still in a playoff position, but with Bournemouth hot on their heels, dropping points now can be detrimental to the promotion charge.

Watford, who are sitting pretty in the automatic promotion spot, represent one of the hardest games remaining. That list includes the likes of Swansea and leaders Norwich in what will be a tough ending to a successful season.

Indeed, the sides’ most recent form tips the scales in Reading’s favour. The 3-1 home win over Derby was good, while Watford could only manage a point against Middlesbrough. Hosts Watford have only lost two home games all season but comfort can be found in the fact that Reading have already beaten them this season. It was back in the fourth round when George Puscas’ goal gave Reading an important win as the Rz got off to a flying start to the campaign.

Puscas was also on target against the Rams on Monday and you can get him at 9/1 or 10.00 to score the games’ first goal on Friday night.

The Hornets’ consistency this season has impressed many, and they’ve found their groove with five consecutive victories coming before the Boro draw.

Rafa Cabral was in fine form against Derby, producing an excellent save to keep Reading in a comfortable lead and you can back a Reading victory with a clean sheet at 6/1 or 7.00

This one won’t be easy, but true great sides can be carved in moments like this. 

Full time score prediction: Watford 0-1 Reading, at 19/2 or 10.5