Reading vs Mansfield Town: 2026/27 Match Preview

Not playing at the weekend gave the Royals some rest and allows them to fully focus on this game. New signings through the door, a potential change in formation and a win in the last game, Reading are potentially going to be the team to watch this mid-week. 

A brilliant midfield display from Jonathon Russell saw Mansfield Town put five past Luton Town on Sunday, with neither of their strikers getting in on the goals. Their three-at-the-back formation tore the Hatters apart and they will be looking to do the same against the Royals.