Opponent watch: Crystal Palace

The reverse fixture back in August was a thrilling affair in which both teams saw their opening game of the season decided by late goals, Reading thought they had won the game in the 88th minute when Sanne Troelsgaard put the ball in the back of the net however a 90+12 minute equalizer from Elise Hughes spoilt the party for Reading as her goal salvaged a point for the home side.

Since the season opener Crystal Palace have been in fine form losing only twice, drawing only once more and winning six times from their first ten fixtures of the campaign. This run of form has Crystal Palace currently sat at 4th place, just two points off of league leaders Charlton with a game in hand.

Palace head into this fixture off the back of a fine 6-0 win over Chatham Town as they began their journey into this year’s FA Cup. Laura Kaminski’s side earnt themselves a home draw as they welcome Blackburn Rovers to Gander Green Lane for the 4th round of the FA Cup.

Preview | A last run out at RG2 in 2023 as the Royals host Crystal Palace