5 things we learned from Reading v Leeds United

Liam Kelly ran the show

Without doubt, one of the standout performers at the Madejski Stadium on Saturday was Liam Kelly, who was absolutely outstanding in the Reading midfield.

The 21-year-old has struggled with injury in recent weeks, which forced him to withdraw from Martin O’Neill’s Ireland squad, but looked assured and totally dominated the midfield, be it in the defensive area snuffing out Leeds attacks, or when he looked to go forward and launch attacks – in fact, Reading had less control when he came off for Jordon Mutch in the 67th minute.

He, Swift, and Danny Williams all worked well to give the hosts an excellent platform from which to go forward, but it was Kelly who was the main man.

He was everywhere, demonstrating an incredible work-rate and insatiable appetite to cover every blade of grass, while also being very comfortable on the ball in his own half and when under pressure.

He has had a wonderful breakthrough season at the Madejski Stadium, but this was arguably his best performance yet in a Reading shirt.