Player ratings: How the team performed
RAFAEL 7: Another clean sheet for the Brazilian who was kept relatively quiet throughout the game thanks to Reading’s exceptional defending.
TOM HOLMES 8: A superb showing from the young defender in his first shift at right-back. Bagged an assist after sliding a brilliant through ball to Pușcaș to score the winner and provided a threat going forward on several occasions.
MICHAEL MORRISON 8: A real leader at the back, worked brilliantly in a partnership with Moore. Dealt with the quality forwards on display with ease. LIAM MOORE 8: Had one small blip when he gave away possession near his own box but was otherwise superb at the back alongside Morrison to help the Royals to their third clean sheet of the season. OMAR RICHARDS 8: He’s quickly consolidating his place at left-back with top class performances. Defendeed strongly against the dangerous Ismalia Sarr.
ANDY RINOMHOTA 9: Tireless work from the midfielder who provided relentless energy in the middle of the park all day. Won back possession on numerous occasions and was a big part to play in helping to keep another clean sheet.
JOSH LAURENT 7: Has settled into life in the Championship seamlessly and has looked to have formed a good bond in the centre of midfield alongside Rinomhota.
SONE ALUKO 8: A forgotten man at the club over the last few seasons despite signing for a big fee. However, Aluko may have just found his way into the manager’s plan and captured the attention of fans after an outstanding display which saw him as one of Reading’s most creative forces on Saturday.
MICHAEL OLISE 6: A quieter day for the youngster who struggled to find space in the first half. Had one good attempt in the first half which flew off target.
YAKOU MEITE 7: Linked up well with Pușcaș in attacking areas and showed immense work rate in both attack and defence. Came close to scoring with a volley moments before Pușcaș’ goal.
GEORGE PUȘCAȘ 8: Had big shoes to fill after Lucas João’s impressive displays so far this season but did brilliantly in his absence. Much improved hold up play from the forward and scored the all important goal via a deflection to keep Reading’s winning run going.