I can't think of any examples of a relegated club, or an international side knocked out of a tournament before the final match of the group stage, suddenly playing better because of the release of pressure. However, I'm sure there are plenty of examples of teams turning up disheartened, going...
Our goal difference is currently the same as Reading's. If we hammer Yeovil - and let's not be too pessimistic, it's a possibility given their situation - and Reading lose, a draw would be enough at Forrest providing that Reading don't beat Burnley by 1 goal more than we beat Yeovil and Ipswich...
I made a few quid by backing us, at about 9-2, to win at Leicester the other week. From these winnings I put £30 on Reading to beat Midds. the other night at just under evens making a further £27. I've put all the returns from this bet onto Reading winning at Donny and, if they win this, I'll do...