Reading collect their first point of the season against Leeds United

Stuart Dallas had Leeds’ first chance at the other end as he drilled a low shot which Royals keeper Jonathan Bond saved after space opened up for the Northern Irishman.

Reading: Bond, Gunter, McShane, Ferdinand, Obita, Robson-Kanu, Norwood (Hector 89), Quinn (Tshibola 77), Williams, Blackman (Cox 83), Sa.

Leeds United starting line-up: Silvestri; Berardi, Bamba, Cooper, Taylor; Adeyemi, Phillips, Mowatt; Byram, Dallas, Wood. Only a yellow was given though, and Oliver Norwood saw his free-kick sail easily into the arms of Silvestri in the United goal.

The return of Luke Murphy could be the influence we need, his impact in the second half of last season was pivotal, his impact in both boxes was crucial and he’s the most experienced central midfielder we have.

Rosler tried to win the game as he sent on an extra striker on in Mirco Antenucci for Mowatt. They’re still young and learning the game.

Leeds nearly snatched a late victor when Wood took a long ball on his chest and turned well only to see his volley land on top of the net. Of course, Rosler will be making the point that away from home, keeping it tight and playing on the counter attack is a prudent tactic, especially with the width we now possess, and after 2 league games it is little cause for concern.

“We had the better chances than them but it’s a vital point in the terms of the next building block for us”.

“[Woods’s] hold-up play was excellent, particularly in the first half”. Neither goalkeeper was called upon to make a serious save. Could the Bellusci love brigade be growing or is it more likely that it is a case of resting a player worn out after giving his all on Thursday night.

“It was important for us to get our first point on the board and another clean sheet is also a positive”. With his improved and mature performance in mind, Leeds fans took to Twitter to express their thoughts on this selection.