Here’s how we rated Chris Wilder’s men after that victory at the Madejski Stadium
5. Jack O’Connell 7
Showed good defensive instincts to step across and cut out a pass for Puscas and was unlucky not to unlock the Reading defence with a clever ball of his own Photo: Simon Bellis
6. Ben Osborn 8
Kept his place with Stevens not risked and set up United’s early goal with a superb cross from the left. Ran his blood to water all game and showed he is handy competition for Stevens on this display Photo: Robin Parker
7. Luke Freeman 7.5
Had a hand in the United opening goal and looked desperate to impress on a rare start – perhaps shown by his eagerness in one tackle that earned him a talking-to. Made Sharp’s goal with a determined run and cross Photo: Simon Bellis
8. Sander Berge 6
Looked much more comfortable in his traditional role as a deep-lying midfielder but faded as the game wore on. Was replaced late in the game by Robinson Photo: Simon Bellis