Here's how Pool's players rated:
1. Mark Howard - 5/10
Made a couple of good saves but will be disappointed with the two goals he conceded. Distribution was hit and miss too.
2. MAN OF THE MATCH: Ollie Turton - 6/10
Kept plugging away right to the death and supported Liam Feeney well down the right, providing some good crosses.
3. Ben Heneghan - 5/10
Gave the ball away in dangerous areas of the pitch on a couple of occasions. A little complacent.
4. Curtis Tilt - 5/10
Always looked susceptible to making a mistake and almost got punished for a lapse in concentration.
5. James Husband - 5/10
Too often at fault for attacks breaking down but had no real support or outlet on the left wing of Pools midfield.
6. Jay Spearing - 5/10
Readings opener came after he failed to clear his lines and he also conceded some needless free-kicks.