Reading picked up what could be a valuable point as they held play-off chasing Aston Villa to a goalless draw.

Nelson Oliveira and Lewis Baker had the best chances for Royals in an open game but both sides had to settle for a point apiece.

Here is what we made of each Royals player's performance on Saturday afternoon at Madejski Stadium.

Martinez 9

One of three players making their home debuts. An assured presence in goal - was strong in the air and made some solid stops. One in particular late on from Abraham when he clawed the ball back after seemingly being beaten by the striker's strong header.

Yiadom 8

Saved a certain goal just before the hour mark when he slid in to deny Abraham who was clean through on goal. Looked to go forward as much as possible although was caught out once when trying to dribble out from the back.

Miazga 8

Won his fair share of headers and kept the lively Villa attack under control with some no-nonsense clearances. Had a superb chance to open his Reading account with the final kick of the first half but prodded wide after Kalinic saved Oliveira's header.

Moore7

Another imposing performance from Royals' skipper who made some excellent headed clearances. Got a knock late on but bravely battled away and is forming a good partnership alongside Miazga.

Blackett 7

Got forward well in the first half, but less so in the second. As is often the case, was very casual on the ball which led to some very nervy moments when Reading were playing the ball around the back. Linked play up well though overall.

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Rinomhota 8

Another impressive all-round showing. Tidy on the ball, neat in possession and always won his 50-50 duels. Was a real calming influence when he was in possession.

Baker 7

A strong first-half showing but faded in the second and was withdrawn Aluko for the final 20 minutes. The Chelsea loanee played in the no.10 role and helped spread play going forward. Best chance of scoring was a free-kick which he curled over the bar.

Ejaria7

Grew into the game after a shaky start. Showed some lovely touches on the ball in the midfield and used his pace to cause problems to the Villa defence. Should have won a penalty when he was bundled over by Hutton in the box.

Swift5

A frustrating performance which was a combination of lovely touches and misplaced passes. Played in a more deeper role in the midfield but still needs to impact the game more.

Harriott 7

A lively performance from the winger who was back from injury. Showed good feet to get out of tight situations and always looked to take players on. His end product was lacking at times but hopefully a run of games will help improve that.

Oliveira 8

Put in a real shift but had to be withdrawn after getting a boot to the face in the second half. Showed good strength to hold the ball up and bring others into play. Went close with a couple of shots and headers in the first half.

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Richards6

Got the final 20 minutes in place of Harriott. Played mainly down the left wing but switched to a more central position in the latter stages.

Aluko 5

Came on for Baker. Did little apart from a wayward shot.

Meite 5

Won his headers but needed to hold the ball up better.

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