Bournemouth boss Iraola: Why I try to ignore the press
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Jürgen Klopp angry that Liverpool ‘lost the plot' in Europa defeat by Atalanta
Liverpool defeated 3-0 by lively Italian side at Anfield
Klopp: ‘We played a bad game … we deserved to lose'
Jürgen Klopp claimed Liverpool “lost...
Scottish teams lose automatic spot in Champions League group stages
Czech Republic boosted by taking 10th place in Uefa rankings
Next season's Scottish champions will enter in playoff round
From next season,...
Liverpool left needing miracle after Scamacca double for Atalanta
Anfield was shorn of its flags and Liverpool lost all of their powers. A comprehensive first home defeat of the season, against a highly...
Hofmann and Boniface give Leverkusen first leg advantage against West Ham
There is an inevitability to Bayer Leverkusen's late shows. On a night of dogged, selfless defending, Xabi Alonso's side maintained their...
Watkins and McGinn help Unai Emery have a grand night in win over Lille
By his own admission Unai Emery is driven by the possibility of getting his hands on another trophy and Aston Villa's first piece of silverware...
Rodgers Had A Not-Too-Subtle Dig At The Ibrox Play Actor And His Manager Yesterday.
Brendan Rodgers gave a wonderful interview to CelticTV yesterday; I watched it with great interest, and I was particularly impressed with one...
Liverpool v Atalanta: Europa League quarter-final, first leg
Updates from the 8pm BST kick-off at Anfield
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This is the first proper European test for Liverpool. A...
Bayer Leverkusen v West Ham: Europa League quarter-final, first leg – live
Updates from the 8pm BST kick-off at the BayArena
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Leverkusen (3-4-2-1): Kovar; Stanisic, Tah,...
Bristol Rovers 0-2 Reading: Tactical Analysis
Unpacking a strong performance on the road from the Royals, which earned a comfortable win at the Mem. In November 2023 I analysed the reverse...
The Tilehurst End Podcast: Tim Kilpatrick Returns
Ben and Ross sit down with Reading's Tim Kilpatrick for an in-depth chat. Reading's Head of Commercial, Tim Kilpatrick, joins the boys for a second...
Sean Dyche calls for ‘positive reaction' after Everton's latest points deduction
Club docked two points on Monday for breach of PSR rules
‘Let's pull together. This rise of the Toffees is important to us'
Sean Dyche has said...
‘Unsilence the crowd': Newcastle shirts to enhance experience of deaf fans
Pioneering use of haptic technology to be implanted into shirts
Fans will get fuller sensory match-day experience at Spurs game
Deaf Newcastle...
Albion’s Second Tier Season Comparison – 42 games
John Swift’s dubiously awarded penalty confirmed the three points for Albion against the Millers to reinforce the Baggies position in the table. It...
Spanish TV station fires pundit for derogatory comment about Lamine Yamal
Germán Burgos sacked by Movistar Plus+
Barcelona and PSG refused to give interviews
The Spanish TV station Movistar Plus+ has fired the analyst...
Clubs agree to cap spending on players as part of Premier League PSR reform
New rules could be tried out in shadow form next season
Full reform of profitability and sustainability rules ongoing
Premier League clubs have...
Take Your Seat | Five reasons to secure your Season Ticket
Last week we launched Season Tickets for the 2024-25 campaign, and so far we have seen plenty of our loyal Royals sign up to commit their support...
Sheffield United deducted two points by EFL for defaulting on payments
Punishment to kick in when United next play in Championship
Top-flight strugglers also get two-point suspended penalty
Sheffield United will start...
Alice Street – The Story Behind the Film
Earlier today, the Swans Trust hosted the latest in its series of free events that aim to delve into the rich and proud heritage of Swansea City...
Dundee deluges and Rangers getting righteous over a soggy Scottish pitch
Located in the central lowlands of Scotland on the north bank of the Firth of Tay, just a few skims of a stone from the perishingly cold north sea,...
Match Preview: Barnsley v Reading (Saturday, 3pm)
Barnsley host Reading on Saturday at Oakwell in League One. In their last league match, on Tuesday, Barnsley lost to […]
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Preview: Barnsley vs. Reading - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Barnsley and Reading, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Keith Allen: ‘Your implication is my life's a failure and I'd be happier had I lost my manhood'
The actor, musician and all-round subversive talks about getting his own back on critic AA Gill, his favourite football song and why he'd really...
League One team of the week features Blackpool, Carlisle, Reading and Wigan stars
The League One team of the week for the fixtures played over April 9 to April 10 has been revealed - with inclusions from Fleetwood and Stevenage.
Premier League to use semi-automated offside in hope of speeding up VAR calls
System expected to be ready during autumn of next season
Aim is to get offside assessments done in 30 seconds or less
The Premier League is to...
Inter Miami crash out of Champions Cup after 3-1 defeat to Monterrey
Lionel Messi's team eliminated 5-2 on aggregate in quarters
Miami still eligible for 2025 Club World Cup in America
Lionel Messi's first trip to...
Champions League team of the week: Jules Koundé erases Mbappé in Paris
The knockout stages have finally started to deliver, with standout performances from Phil Foden, Antoine Griezmann and Barcelona's reluctant...
Mikel Arteta's focus on defensive solidity could pay dividends for Arsenal | Karen Carney
The Gunners' remarkable defensive record has been key to their title bid – and it will remain so in the run-in
For the past four seasons the team...
Wolves' Gary O'Neil charged by FA after criticising ‘scandalous' refereeing
Manager was left furious after decisions in West Ham game
Kompany handed touchline ban after misconduct charge
The Wolves manager, Gary O'Neil,...
Reading FC badge one of 74 featured on world's longest scarf
The world’s longest football club scarf has been created – featuring the crests of 74 teams from across the country. The 100-metre-long scarf...
Barça's kids are alright and Dortmund give themselves a chance - Football Weekly Extra
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon after another brilliant Champions League quarter final between PSG and...
Unearthed stories of ‘Lost Lionesses' and Copa 71 expose past injustice
In shining a light on how female players were mocked and marginalised, documentary serves as a vital history lesson
Last Friday night, Keira Walsh...
‘They need to be careful’ – Barnsley vs Reading prediction: The72
The72’s writers offer their Barnsley vs Reading prediction ahead of the League One clash on Saturday. Barnsley lost…
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The weekend agenda | A quartet of games taking place this weekend
Three of our Royals in action on Saturday with a return from the international break for our Women’s team on Sunday.
Reading U18 vs Norwich U18...
CorSport: ‘Superclash of 160 goals’ – what is on the line in Milan-Roma
By: Oliver Fisher
One thing seems certain regarding the tie between AC Milan and Roma in the Europa League: there will be goals, and with it no...
Bristol Rovers Fans Verdict: Safety All But Sealed For Reading
PA Images via Getty ImagesHow the fans reacted to a wonderful win at the Memorial Stadium. Ruben Selles made a very good point after Tuesday's...
League One Match Officials (13/04/24)
Sebastian Stockbridge will be the man in the middle for the League One encounter between Barnsley and Reading, Anthony Backhouse will oversee the...
Spurs fans comments ahead of facing Newcastle United – Definitely worth a look
Really enjoyed reading these comments from Spurs fans ahead of facing Newcastle United. I hope Saturday’s match turns out as well as 12 months ago...
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has finally scored. Everton need him to kick on
After 18 matches without a goal, the striker has scored twice in a week. If this is a return form, it has come at the right time
By Ben McAleer for...
‘Football's on the rise here': European teams seek global outreach in India
Clubs in the west hope partnerships with the Indian Super League can let them trade knowhow for fan engagement
A south Indian Idli Sambar mixed...
Exclusive interview: Player says losing to Chelsea in huge game “hurt so much”
There is an exclusive interview out today that Chelsea fans will be very interested in reading.
Watch the shouting! How parents' sideline behaviour can strip the fun out of children's sport | Elise Waghorn
Ask yourself: would I like these comments or find them helpful if I was playing?
The winter sports season is about to begin. This means parents...
Championship roundup: Ipswich held by Watford but move into top two
West Brom consolidate playoff place with win over Rotherham
Blackburn's relegation fears increase in 5-0 defeat by Bristol City
Ipswich missed the...
London Lions win first EuroCup after second leg fightback against Besiktas
EuroCup final: London Lions 81-70 Besiktas (149-145 on agg)
Lions make history after overturning seven-point first leg deficit
Amid scenes of...
Raphinha and Christensen conjure slim advantage as Barcelona edge PSG
On a gripping, frantic night at the Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona produced a game that felt like the opposite of the “Barca...
Samuel Lino gives Atlético lead but Sébastien Haller offers Dortmund hope
Axel Witsel had said that Atlético Madrid had to play as if there was no second leg and for much of a noisy night at the Metropolitano, it seemed...
‘It is a challenge': Zouma and West Ham face uphill task in Leverkusen
West Ham are without key players for Europa League quarter-final but the Hammers have a habit of turning up in big games
The player who scored the...
Everton takeover thrown into fresh doubt as 777 asks for more time
Miami-based company had hoped to close deal by end of week
Investment firm reportedly approaching lenders for funding
Fresh doubt has been raised...
Joe Kinnear obituary
Tottenham defender and Ireland international who kept Wimbledon in the top division as manager in the 90s
Joe Kinnear, who has died aged 77, had a...
Leicester recruitment policy needs to change as Norwegian “Jude Bellingham” could be one to watch in list of talent
Embed from Getty Images The reasoning for comparishing Faniel Teweide with Jude Bellingham is the maturity of the player and his presence at the...
Atlético Madrid v Borussia Dortmund: Champions League quarter-final – live
Minute-by-minute updates on the action at the Metropolitano
Any thoughts? You can email Will
After a quiet night of Champions League football we...
Chelsea keep stadium options open despite deal for land next to Bridge
Club purchase 1.2 acre site adjacent to Stamford Bridge
Deal reduces – but does not end – chances of Chelsea moving
Chelsea are still exploring...
Paris Saint-Germain v Barcelona: Champions League quarter-final, first leg – live
Updates from the 8pm BST kick-off at the Parc des Princes
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Dirk Nowitzki is not a fan of Cristiano Ronaldo
The Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki expresses his preference for Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo, stating, ‘I’m a Messi guy.’ He further...
Defender looks to be on the way out as Stoke, Forest, West Brom, Birmingham and Sheffield United all could be in the chase
Embed from Getty Images Leicester manager Enzo Maresca made a point before the Millwall game about rotation, but still did not make a single change...
The Perfect Night 👌| Access All Areas - Bristol Rovers (A)
Three points, two goals, a clean sheet and our 106 record safe for another year, it doesn't get any better than that...
Federico Valverde backs Real Madrid's pedigree to lift them at Manchester City
Uruguayan cites five-time Champions League winners in squad
‘It was incredible to score' says Valverde after stunning leveller
Federico Valverde...
Dundee vs Rangers CALLED OFF for a second time as new date for twice postponed clash revealed
IT’S the news everyone was dreading as Rangers’ huge Premiership clash with Dundee has been CALLED OFF for a second time.
It’s the FIFTH...
‘Nothing should come between Liverpool fans and team,' says Klopp before protests
Supporters' groups unhappy at 2% ticket hike for 2024-25
Alexander-Arnold could be fit for Atalanta in Europa League
Jürgen Klopp has said nothing...
‘You never know': Xabi Alonso says Premier League may beckon one day
Leverkusen manager can win Bundesliga title on Sunday
Spaniard's team to host West Ham in Europa quarter-final
Xabi Alonso has refused to rule out...
The highs and lows of an It-shoe: how Adidas Sambas took over the world
Rishi Sunak may have rendered them uncool this week, but the trainer has risen to ubiquity in the past few years. So what is it about this fairly...
Two games, 10 goals and some elite playground football we could all enjoy
We asked, nay, pleaded on Tuesday for Big Cup to come back to life after a dull last 16. And how it obliged, although the double-screening leaving...
A-League Women finals series poised to test post-World Cup growth | Jack Snape
Record memberships and crowds followed the Matildas effect but with one club's future unclear the women's game remains at a crossroads
A...
Dundee vs Rangers CALLED OFF for a second time as sodden Dens Park pitch leaves SPFL bosses to ponder doomsday scenario
IT’S the news everyone was dreading as Rangers’ huge Premiership clash with Dundee has been CALLED OFF for a second time.
It’s the FIFTH...
Gilbert: “Break came at a right time, now we have to fight”
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Blackburn Rovers Ladies Vs. Reading Women - Sun, Apr 14th 2024, 14:00
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Bristol Rovers Vs. Reading - Tue, Apr 9th 2024, 19:45
Reliving a resounding win against Rovers
The Royals got back to winning ways in...
Reading FC sell-out yet another away day for inflatable fun
Almost 2,000 Reading fans have snapped up tickets for the final away match of the season at relegation rivals Burton Albion. As is tradition, the...
Emma Hayes inherits a reinvigorated USWNT. But she faces new headaches
The Chelsea manager is walking into a US team that has found a spark again. But she faces high expectations and difficult questions as she prepares...
25 Games In: Liam Kitching
After a big push to bring Liam Kitching in last summer, there have largely been positive signs from the centre-back but he has rarely looked like a...
Harry Kane returns to haunt Arsenal but Erling Haaland stifled – Football Weekly podcast
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Will Unwin and Sid Lowe after two belting Champions League quarter-finals first...
Swindon Town protestor fears situation could get 'worse than Reading'
The organiser of the protest at the County Ground this weekend said that he fears Swindon Town’s situation could soon be worse than Reading’s.
Rodri admits to needing a rest amid Manchester City's push for double treble
Midfielder makes claim after 3-3 thriller with Real Madrid
‘It's something we are planning' he says as schedule intensifies
Rodri has pleaded for...
Harry Kane draws on Spurs 2019 example as pointer for Bayern | Nick Ames
Striker sees parallels between run to the final four years ago and his current club's European adventure amid domestic woe
Harry Kane emerged from...
Bristol Rovers verdict: A strong statement from supporters as hierarchy face crucial decision
All the talking points after Bristol Rovers lost 2-0 at home to Reading on Tuesday evening
‘I’m nervous for the answer,’ says Gary Lineker as he asks Micah Richards how he got Big Meeks nickname
GARY LINEKER has admitted that he was nervous to learn how Micah Richards got his nickname.
The former Manchester City star is often nicknamed “Big...
Lionesses hero Rachel Daly announces retirement from international football
Striker won 84 caps and was part of Euro 2022-winning squad
‘Playing for England has been the greatest honour' says Daly
Rachel Daly, a member of...
Reading FC record safe after Leicester City lose at Millwall
Reading Football Club will keep their much-loved record points haul for another year after Leicester City lost at Millwall on Tuesday night. The...
Reading FC points record remains intact after Leicester City defeated
Reading FC's record points total in the English Football League still stands after Championship side Leicester City lost at Milwall on Tuesday night.
Reading FC Rating: Bristol Rovers win leaves safety in sight
Reading took a big step towards securing League One football for next season with a 2-0 win over Bristol Rovers. Sam Smith and Lewis Wing netted in...
Ruben Selles Praises Reading's ‘Mature' Display At Bristol Rovers
The gaffer was most happy with the first half, but praised his side's ability to see out the result after the interval. The Royals picked up a huge...
Reading (a): Vital Lincoln City Man of The Match
Following the 1-1 draw away at Reading in League One, I asked the Vital Lincoln City members to nominate who they believe was City’s Man of the...
The Wrap: Southampton – 1-2
Coventry City went down to a 2-1 defeat away at Southampton to put a dent in their bid to make the top six. The Sky Blues had a golden opportunity...
Five Things From Reading's Resurgent Win At Bristol Rovers
Bobbins praises a performance that showed just how far Reading have come in the last five months or so. Resurgence
To quote Jeff Goldblum: “Well,...
From the top of the world to the bottom in consecutive football games | The Knowledge
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Every word Matt Taylor said on boos, goal shortage and more after Bristol Rovers' Reading defeat
Every word Matt Taylor said after Bristol Rovers lost 2-0 at home to Reading on Tuesday night
Latics scrape a draw against the Addicks – Charlton Athletic 2 Wigan Athletic 2
Manager Shaun Maloney made three changes to his starting line up following the draw with Port Vale as Sean Clare, Jonny Smith and Charlie Kelman...
On This Day (10th April 1973): Billy Hughes bags his first ever hatty for Sunderland!
Fresh from their fantastic FA Cup victory vs Arsenal, Bob Stokoe's men threw themselves back into the relegation battle with devastating effect,...
‘Children are being used as a football': Hilary Cass on her review of gender identity services
Paediatrician's anger about how NHS England has cared for generation of vulnerable children is barely disguised
In the autumn of 2019, leading...
'Here, it is never over': Guardiola on the Bernabéu effect after thrilling 3-3 draw – video
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was pleased with his team's result after a pulsating 3-3 draw in the first leg of the quarter-finals of the...