Reading - Notts Co.

Reading and Notts County meet at Select Car Leasing Stadium on 19 September 2026 for this League One matchday 7 encounter. Reading enter the fixture looking to regain their momentum after a challenging week, having suffered a 2-1 defeat to Cambridge United in the league followed by a 2-1 loss against Brentford in the EFL Cup. Their recent league form has been defined by high-scoring volatility, highlighted by a dominant 5-0 victory over Mansfield Town earlier this month.

Notts County arrive seeking a response after their narrow 1-0 defeat to Bradford City halted a persistent run of draws. Their campaign has been marked by remarkable resilience, having shared the points in four of their opening league matches, including a 1-1 stalemate with Huddersfield Town. As both sides look to establish consistency in the early stages of the season, this collision will test their ability to convert competitive performances into crucial points.