Reading Football Club News Feed: May 2024
Rotherham sign Coventry midfielder Kelly
31 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Coventry midfielder Liam Kelly will join Rotherham when his contract expires.
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Newcastle United release former Reading FC midfielder
31 May 2024
By Chronicle
Newcastle United have released former Reading midfielder Jeff Hendrick, with the 32-year-old not featuring for the Magpies for almost three years.
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Galloway signs new Plymouth contract until 2026
31 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Plymouth Argyle defender Brendan Galloway signs a new contract with the Championship club until 2026.
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Reading FC favourite extends stay with Wycombe Wanderers
31 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading favourite Garath McCleary has signed a one-year extension with local rivals Wycombe Wanderers.
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Norwich forward Tzolis to stay with Fortuna
31 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Norwich City forward Christos Tzolis is to join German club Fortuna Dusseldorf on a permanent basis following a loan spell.
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Reading FC chief hit with FA charge for alleged betting
31 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Head of Football Operations, Mark Bowen, has been hit with a Football Association misconduct charge for allegedly breaching betting regulations.
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Hull appoint ex-Hamburg boss Walter as head coach
31 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Hull City appoint Tim Walter as their new head coach on a three-year deal, replacing Liam Rosenior.
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Bannan and Palmer sign new Owls contracts
31 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Sheffield Wednesday confirm Barry Bannan and Liam Palmer sign new contracts at Hillsborough.
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Sheffield Wednesday winger of interest to Reading FC
31 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are in the race for Sheffield Wednesday winger Malik Wilks, according to reports.
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'Give Rooney a chance', says Argyle owner Hallett
31 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Plymouth Argyle owner Simon Hallett says the decision to hire Wayne Rooney was not to try and increase the club's profile.
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Sky Sports and ITV agree major domestic right deal
31 May 2024
By Chronicle
There is potential for Reading to be broadcast live on ITV next season after Sky Sports and the terrestrial broadcaster agreed a domestic coverage deal for EFL football.
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Reading FC Column: Why football guarantees disappointment
31 May 2024
By Chronicle
When you think about it, football is quite disappointing really, isn’t it? In England, Manchester City have won a record fourth league title in a row, a fate unmatched in Premier League history.
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Reading FC A-Z Guide of the 2023/24 League One season
30 May 2024
By Chronicle
As another season comes to an end, the Reading Chronicle were tasked to create an A-Z of the Royals' 2023/24 campaign.
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Bellamy named acting head coach at Burnley
30 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Craig Bellamy will take temporary charge of Burnley following the departure of Vincent Kompany.
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McKenna signs four-year deal to stay as Ipswich boss
30 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Kieran McKenna signs a new four-year deal to remain in charge of Ipswich Town after overseeing their rise to the Premier League.
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Bayern Munich slip up picked up by proud Reading FC fans
30 May 2024
By Chronicle
Some eagle-eyed Reading fans were quick to try and correct European giants Bayern Munich and jump to Steve Coppell's defence for a slip-up at today's unveiling of Vincent Kompany.
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Plymouth sign ex-Swansea defender Ogbeta
30 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Plymouth Argyle sign free-agent former Swansea City full-back Nathanael Ogbeta.
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Norwich appoint Dane Thorup as head coach
30 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Norwich City appoint FC Nordsjaelland manager Johannes Hoff Thorup as their new head coach.
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Reading FC mileage rated against Premier League and EFL
30 May 2024
By Chronicle
Research has found that Reading fans travelled 4,190km this season – the 55th most in the country.
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Reading FC youngsters taste European success with Olympiacos
30 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading youngsters Omar Richards and Nelson Abbey tasted European success as Olympiacos became the first Greek side to win a UEFA competition, beating Fiorentina in the Conference League Final.
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Red Bull takes minority ownership stake in Leeds
30 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Red Bull takes a minority ownership stake in Leeds United, as well as taking over as the club's front-of-shirt sponsor.
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Williams signs new Bristol City contract
30 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Bristol City midfielder Joe Williams signs a new three-year contract with the Championship club.
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Every former Reading FC player released so far this summer
30 May 2024
By Chronicle
Nine former Reading stars have been released so far this summer as the 2023/24 campaign draws to a close.
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Reading FC midfielders set for international involvement
29 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading midfielders Charlie Savage and Tivonge Rushesha have been called up for their countries over the close season, looking to build valuable experience at the top level.
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10 Reading FC players with contract deals on the table
29 May 2024
By Chronicle
Over a month on from the final League One match of the regular season, and 20 days on from the club's released and retained list, players are still weighing up whether to sign a new deal with Reading or not.
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Reading FC Supporters Trust issue latest ownership update
29 May 2024
By Chronicle
Supporters Trust at Reading [STAR] have issued their latest update on the club ownership saga following a meeting with former CEO Nigel Howe.
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Reading FC legend contract clause which saw Man City talks
29 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Steve Sidwell revealed that he had a special clause in his contract which saw him open talks with Manchester City.
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Euro 2024: 24 Reading FC links for 24 nations in Germany
29 May 2024
By Chronicle
A little over a fortnight remains until the start of Euro 2024, a month-long festival of European football for 24 nations.
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'We need to trade' - Leeds chairman on player sales
29 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe refuses to rule out player sales in the aftermath of their Championship play-off final defeat by Southampton.
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Reading FC legend on hopes for summer ownership takeover
29 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Graeme Murty believes the town and club are 'too good' for the ownership saga to end in a negative fashion.
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Reading FC legend tips Ruben Selles to 'take us forward'
28 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Jimmy Quinn has called on owner Dai Yongge to 'sort out' the off-field issues to allow manager Ruben Selles to 'take us forward.
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Sheffield Wednesday linked with former Reading FC maestro
28 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading midfielder Ovie Ejaria has been linked with a move to Championship outfit Sheffield Wednesday following a training period last season.
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Lallana closing in on Saints return
28 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Former Southampton player Adam Lallana is closing in on a return to the club after their promotion to the Premier League.
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Reading FC legend beaten by Tottenham in play-off final
28 May 2024
By Chronicle
Sunderland Under-21, managed by Reading legend Graeme Murty, were beaten 3-1 by Tottenham Hotspur in the PL2 play-off final on Sunday.
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Former Reading FC keepers in Premier League after Southampton win
28 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading goalkeepers Alex McCarthy and Joe Lumley are officially Premier League players after Southampton beat Leeds United in Sunday's Championship play-off final.
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McKenna expected to stay as Ipswich boss
28 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Kieran McKenna is expected to sign a new deal to remain as Ipswich Town manager after guiding the club to the Premier League.
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Ayling's move to Middlesbrough made permanent
27 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Middlesbrough sign Luke Ayling on a permanent two-year deal with his contract at Leeds United about to expire.
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Dane Thorup lined up as next Norwich boss
27 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Norwich hope to appoint Nordsjaelland manager Johannes Hoff Thorup as their new boss by the end of the week, reports BBC Radio Norfolk.
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'One of those days' for beaten Leeds - Farke
26 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Leeds boss Daniel Farke says "it was not meant to be" for his side after a 1-0 defeat by Southampton in the Championship play-off final.
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'Bring it on!' - fans react to Southampton's promotion
26 May 2024
By BBC Sport
As Southampton seal an immediate return to the Premier League, fans speak about the chances of surviving in the division next season.
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Winning my way is 'best way' - Saints boss Martin
26 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Southampton manager Russell Martin says his side will need to "embrace the challenge" of playing his style of football in the Premier League.
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Saints win triggers permanent Harwood-Bellis move
26 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Southampton's Championship play-off final victory triggers a £20million permanent transfer for Manchester City's Taylor Harwood-Bellis.
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How it feels to win the Championship play-off final
26 May 2024
By BBC Sport
BBC Sport speaks to three players who have won the Championship play-off final about their emotions that day.
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Rooney appointed Plymouth Argyle head coach
25 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Championship club Plymouth Argyle appoint former England striker Wayne Rooney as their new head coach.
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Reading FC commended for matchday experience with EFL status
25 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are one of 28 EFL sides commended for their matchday experience with Silver EFL Family Excellence status.
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Reading FC line up Championship pair for pre-season
24 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have released details for two pre-season friendlies this summer- including one supporters can watch.
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Rotherham make fifth signing as defender Raggett joins
24 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Rotherham United make their fifth signing of the summer with the addition of Portsmouth defender Sean Raggett on a two-year deal.
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Barnsley appoint recently-relegated Cheltenham Town boss
24 May 2024
By Chronicle
Barnsley have appointed former Cheltenham Town manager Darrell Clarke on a two-year deal.
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Sheffield Wednesday boss Rohl extends deal
24 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Rohl signs a new "long-term" contract with the Championship club.
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Football Governance Bill set to be paused due to election
24 May 2024
By Chronicle
The Football Governance Bill, which would see the creation of an independent regulator for the sport, is expected to be paused due to the upcoming general election.
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Australian winger Raphael signs for Coventry City
24 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Coventry City sign winger Raphael Borges Rodrigues from Australian A-League club Macarthur on a four-year deal.
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Birmingham's future stars brighten miserable season
24 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Birmingham City Under-21s boss Steve Spooner tells BBC Sport how vital the success of the club's youth sides have been in a difficult season for the senior side.
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Leeds and Southampton: Key moments that shaped their seasons
24 May 2024
By BBC Sport
BBC Sport looks back on the moments that have mattered most for Championship play-off finalists Leeds and Southampton this season.
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Reading FC Column: I’m just a sucker for football
24 May 2024
By Chronicle
People can be a bit footballed out by the time the end of the season comes around.
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Rooney expected to be confirmed as Plymouth boss
23 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Wayne Rooney is expected to be confirmed as the head coach of Championship side Plymouth on Saturday after holding talks about the vacancy.
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Reading FC youngster released by Oxford after promotion
23 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading youngster James Henry has been released after seven years at rivals Oxford United following their promotion to the Championship.
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England Euro 2024 squad: When did they last play Reading FC?
23 May 2024
By Chronicle
Gareth Southgate has announced his 33-man Pre-Euro 2024 training squad for the upcoming European Championship.
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Ngakia signs new Watford deal as Livermore released
23 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Watford's Jeremy Ngakia signs a three-year contract extension, while Jake Livermore is among three players to be released.
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Reading FC release nine Under-21s- including scoring star
23 May 2024
By Chronicle
Championship goal-scoring star Jahmari Clarke is among nine Under-21s released by Reading at the end of the season.
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Bolton Wanderers release former Reading FC striker
23 May 2024
By Chronicle
Bolton Wanderers have released former Reading forward Jon Dadi Bodvarsson after losing the League One play-off final.
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West Brom suspend employee over racism allegations
22 May 2024
By BBC Sport
West Bromwich Albion have suspended a member of staff after allegations were made of racial discrimination.
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Reading FC agree to extend exclusivity with unnamed party
22 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have agreed to extend exclusivity with an unnamed party after bills for May were covered, the Reading Chronicle understands.
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Phillips among seven senior players to exit Baggies
22 May 2024
By BBC Sport
West Bromwich Albion winger Matt Phillips is among seven senior players to leave the Championship club.
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Rotherham sign defender James from Sheffield Wednesday
22 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Rotherham United sign defender Reece James on a two-year deal following the conclusion of his contract with Sheffield Wednesday this summer.
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Reading FC legend takes latest managerial role in Cambridge
22 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Jamie Cureton has been appointed manager of Isthmian League North Division side Cambridge City ahead of next season.
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McKenna likely to reject new Ipswich deal
22 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna is likely to reject any new deal amid interest from Chelsea and Brighton.
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Hibs defender wins award decade on from Reading FC accolade
22 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading favourite Jordan Obita won Player of the Season for Scottish Premiership outfit Hibernian, exactly a decade on from winning the Royals accolade.
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Manchester United chasing Reading FC teen for summer move
22 May 2024
By Chronicle
Manchester United are chasing Reading teenager Camron Mpofu, according to the Daily Mail.
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Former Reading FC winger one of 12 released by Morecambe
22 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading winger Brandon Barker is one of 12 players released by League Two crisis club Morecambe.
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Cooper targets 'fairytale end' at Leeds
22 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Leeds captain Liam Cooper says it would be "a dream come true" to end his decade at the club with victory in the Championship play-off final.
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McKenna beats Guardiola and Arteta to win LMA award
22 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna is named as the League Managers Association's manager of the year, beating Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta.
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Reading FC departing youngster on highlights and supporters
22 May 2024
By Chronicle
Departing Reading youngster Matt Carson issued an emotional goodbye message to supporters after making his final appearance in a Royals shirt.
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Birmingham City on managerial search as Mowbray stands down
21 May 2024
By Chronicle
League One promotion favourites Birmingham City are on the hunt for a new boss after Tony Mowbray confirmed he could not return from his period of medical leave.
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Reading FC legend 'takes hat off' to 'relentless' Royals
21 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Graeme Murty 'took his hat off' to the 'relentless' Royals despite his Sunderland side winning 4-3 at the SCL Stadium to book their place in the PL2 final.
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Reading FC legends in attendance for Sunderland defeat
21 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legends Brian McDermott and Glen Little were among the near 2,500 crowd as Sunderland Under-21s edged the Royals in a seven-goal thriller to book their place in the PL2 play-off final.
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Reading FC sponsors raise more than £1,000 for hospice
21 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Football Club's popular sponsors, Select Car Leasing, have raised more than £1,000 through their annual charity match.
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Recovering Mowbray resigns as Birmingham City manager
21 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Birmingham City boss Tony Mowbray, on sick leave since February, leaves the club to focus on his recovery from surgery.
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Rotherham bring in Rafferty and McWilliams
21 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Rotherham United sign Portsmouth defender Joe Rafferty and Northampton midfielder Shaun McWilliams on two-year contracts.
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Former Reading FC chief departs Stoke City inside 12 months
21 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading Head of Scouting, Jared Dublin, has left Stoke City after less than 12 months with the Potters.
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Reading FC hit late in extra time to lose Sunderland play off
20 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading experienced yet more play-off heartache, losing 4-3 to Sunderland in the semi-final of PL2.
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Reading FC teens look to bring success home for England
20 May 2024
By Chronicle
Manchester City youngsters Luca Fletcher and Christian Dunbar-McDonald, who rose through the youth ranks with Reading, have been named in England's squad for the upcoming Under-17 European Championships in Cyprus.
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Stoke part company with head of recruitment Dublin
20 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City part company with Jared Dublin as head of recruitment after almost a year in the role as nine players also leave.
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Reading FC miles to travel compared to Wrexham and Bolton
20 May 2024
By Chronicle
Only seven teams in League One will travel more miles next season than Reading, who see an increase of nearly 250 miles on last season.
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West Brom have a lot of work to do - Corberan
20 May 2024
By BBC Sport
West Bromwich Albion boss Carlos Corberan says the Baggies have a busy summer ahead after their Championship play-off semi-final failure.
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Reading FC youngster released by Premier League Brentford
20 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading youngster Shandon Baptiste is available on the free transfer market after his release by Premier League side, Brentford.
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Norwich midfielder Sorensen signs new deal
20 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Danish midfielder Jacob Sorensen signs a new deal with Norwich but Ben Gibson and Dimitris Giannoulis are among five players leaving the club.
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‘It was the loudest I’ve ever heard Elland Road’
20 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Patrick Bamford says playoff semi-final was the loudest he's heard Elland Road.
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Reading FC legend on 'unbelievable' season ahead of return
20 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Graeme Murty has 'taken his hat off' to former teammate Noel Hunt for the work he has done with the Under-21s ahead of this evening's meet.
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Reading FC youngster buries Wembley nightmare with Crawley win
19 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading youngster Liam Kelly banished his Wembley curse by leading Crawley Town to promotion into League One.
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Oxford United earn first Championship return for 25 years
19 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading's local rivals Oxford United are going to be playing in a division higher than the Royals for the first time in a quarter of a century after the U's won the League One play-off final.
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Reading FC Review of the Season: April sees safety confirmed
19 May 2024
By Chronicle
April proved another hectic month, with six fixtures, but supporters enjoyed being able to focus purely on the football with former CEO Nigel Howe heading up the ongoing ‘exclusive negotiations’ for a takeover.
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Docherty to leave as Hull release seven players
18 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Greg Docherty is to leave Hull City once his contract expires next month as the club release seven players from their squad.
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Roberts and Hogan among five to leave Birmingham
18 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Relegated Birmingham City release five players who have made almost 800 appearances for the club between them.
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Club captain Hutchinson to leave Millwall
18 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Club captain Shaun Hutchinson will leave Millwall this summer after eight years as his contract expires.
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Stoke sign goalkeeper Johansson from Rotherham
18 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City sign Sweden goalkeeper Viktor Johansson on a three-year deal from Rotherham United.
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Reading FC defender nominated for Player of the Season
18 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading defender Michael Stickland has been nominated for PL2 Player of the Season as the Royals look for play-off glory.
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Reading FC protests 'bought everyone together' says star
17 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading midfielder Charlie Estcourt believes the protests throughout the season 'brought everybody so close together' when looking back at a 'rollercoaster' campaign.
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Wednesday aiming to keep seven out-of-contract players
17 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Barry Bannan heads a list of seven Sheffield Wednesday players having talks with the club over new contracts
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Reading FC coach on upcoming reunion with 'good friend'
17 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Under-21s boss Noel Hunt is looking forward to going head-to-head with 'good friend' Graeme Murty in Monday's PL2 semi-final against Sunderland.
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EFL confirm transfer window dates as Reading FC prepare
17 May 2024
By Chronicle
The EFL have confirmed the dates for next season's transfer window, with the summer period for transfers officially opening in less than a month.
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Preston offer new deal to captain Browne
17 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Championship side Preston North End offer a new deal to captain Alan Browne.
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Farke surprised by Leeds progress
17 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Leeds boss Daniel Farke says he could not have envisioned winning promotion back to the Premier League after their start to the season.
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Reading FC January exits: How did foursome fare elsewhere?
17 May 2024
By Chronicle
In a controversial January transfer window, with some players sold before alerting boss Ruben Selles, Reading lost five first-team players for little value in what looked to be a tough battle to stay in League One.
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Evans and Dack to leave Sunderland
17 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Sunderland announce they will release Corry Evans and Bradley Dack at the end of their contracts this summer.
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Norwich sack boss Wagner after play-off defeat
17 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Norwich City sack boss David Wagner less than 24 hours after their crushing Championship play-off semi-final defeat by Leeds.
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Reading FC Column: The challenges of being a parent
17 May 2024
By Chronicle
I’m a parent, so I know how demanding parenting can be.
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Reading FC represented in Parliament for Governance Bill
16 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Football Club and its supporters have been represented in Parliament today as Sarah Turner, Chair of the Supporters Trust at Reading [STAR] was asked to give her verdict on the incoming Independent Regulator for football.
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Swansea defender Naughton signs one-year deal
16 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Veteran Swansea City defender Kyle Naughton signs a new one-year deal.
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Huddersfield need a 'reset', says Duff
16 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Michael Duff is presented as the club's new manager and says he will not be making any 'snap judgements' on players
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Reading FC legend among strong crowd enjoying cup victory
16 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Ady Williams was among the 600+ strong crowd at Bottom Meadow, Sandhurst, to witness the Royals lift the Berks and Bucks Senior Cup.
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Stoke and Plymouth fined over players' clash
16 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City are fined £24,000 and Plymouth Argyle £5,000 following a confrontation between players during last month's Championship game.
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Reading FC coach 'delighted' with Senior Cup victory
16 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Under-21s coach Noel Hunt was left 'delighted' with his sides 2-1 win over Marlow last night, lifting the Berks and Bucks Senior Cup for the second time in three years.
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Club And Howe Fined For Olise Negotiations
16 May 2024
By graham@royals.org (Graham Loader)
Reading have been handed a massive 200,000 pound fine after former Reading player Michael Olise's agent was banned for six months for breaching FA rules concerning his future transfer away from the Royals.
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Reading FC Supporters Trust back staff after FA sanctions
16 May 2024
By Chronicle
Supporters Trust at Reading [STAR] have backed the club and three staff members following Football Association sanctions for breaching agent rules.
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New Contracts Offered As Players Depart
16 May 2024
By graham@royals.org (Graham Loader)
Reading have confirmed players that will be leaving this summer as contracts expire and loan spells finish.
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Reading FC lift Berks and Bucks Senior Cup with Marlow win
16 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Under-21s started their crunch week with silverware, lifting the historic Berks and Bucks Senior Cup.
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Reading FC Review of the Season: January abandonment
16 May 2024
By Chronicle
January proved a monumental and unforgettable month for supporters of Reading Football Club, and unfortunately not all for the right reasons.
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Reading FC nemesis comes out of retirement...AGAIN
15 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading nemesis Neil Warnock has come out of retirement, again, to take a role with National League side Torquay United.
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Reading FC Senior Cup winners 2022: Where are they now?
15 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading are looking to pick up their second Berks and Bucks Senior Cup under the management of Noel Hunt this evening, with Marlow standing in the Young Royals' way at the SB Stadium this evening (7.
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Reading FC hit back at FA after Michael Olise agent charge
15 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have hit back at the Football Association in a scathing statement following news of the club being charged for breaching intermediary regulations.
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Reading FC fined and Nigel Howe suspended after agent breach
15 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have been hit with a £200,000 fine for breaching Rule E1.
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Reading FC ultimate fan gallery: 54 pictures for 54 matches
15 May 2024
By Chronicle
Almost a fortnight has progressed since the 2023/24 League One season came to an end, barring the play-off final between Bolton Wanderers and Oxford United on Saturday.
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Reading FC Review of the Season: Hard to beat in December
15 May 2024
By Chronicle
Riding high after two straight victories, off-field issues returned to dominate the headlines as payroll was late.
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Four Leauge One free agents Reading FC could pick up
14 May 2024
By Chronicle
As has been common for Reading in recent years, first entering an embargo in 2020, this summer will be another window for free agents and loan players.
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Reading MP 'encouraged' by football governance bill meet
14 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading East MP, Matt Rodda, has been left 'encouraged' after attending a football governance bill committee.
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Huddersfield Town appoint promotion-winning manager
14 May 2024
By Chronicle
Huddersfield Town have appointed Michael Duff as manager on a three-year deal following relegation to League One.
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Conway has 'decision to make' on future - Manning
14 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Tommy Conway has "a decision to make" says Bristol City boss Liam Manning as the striker is yet to accept a new contract.
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Sunderland victory sets up homecoming for Reading FC legend
14 May 2024
By Chronicle
Sunderland beat West Ham on penalties after a thrilling 3-3 draw on Monday evening to set up a return to Reading for manager Graeme Murty in the PL2 play-offs.
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Ipswich's Clarke has Achilles operation
14 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Ipswich Town's Harry Clarke has Achilles tendon surgery in the hope of being fit for the start of next season's Premier League.
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Reading FC Review of the Season: November proves the nadir
14 May 2024
By Chronicle
After five straight defeats in October, it was crucial that things improved in November to keep the club in the chasing pack.
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Reading FC alternative end of season awards 2023/24
13 May 2024
By Chronicle
With the season done and dusted, the club have already awarded their official honours with Lewis Wing deservedly picking up Player of the Season and Femi Azeez awarded the Vice President's trophy.
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Stoke defender Stevens signs new one-year contract
13 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke City's Republic of Ireland defender Enda Stevens signs a new 12-month contract to stay with the Championship club.
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Huddersfield Town appoint Duff as head coach
13 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Huddersfield Town appoint former Barnsley and Swansea City boss Michael Duff as their new head coach on a three-year contract.
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Reading FC stars return to stands to support Under-21s
13 May 2024
By Chronicle
RReading first-team regulars, and senior club staff, returned to the SCL Stadium on Saturday to support Noel Hunt's victorious Under-21s in the PL2 play-off quarter-finals.
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Swansea's plan to 'fight with the big boys'
13 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Luke Williams says Swansea City must “get many things right” if they are to “fight with the big boys” in the Championship next season.
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Reading FC Academy graduate preparing for European final
13 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Academy graduate, Omar Richards, is preparing to feature in a European final after his Olympiacos team beat Aston Villa in the UEFA Conference League semi-final.
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West Brom happy with underdogs label - Townsend
13 May 2024
By BBC Sport
West Brom have no issue with being considered underdogs to reach the Championship play-off final, says Conor Townsend.
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Sunderland or West Ham await Reading FC in semi-final
13 May 2024
By Chronicle
Sunderland or West Ham United await Reading in the semi-final of the PL2 play-offs after the Royals beat Nottingham Forest 3-1 on Saturday.
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Reading FC Review of the Season: October proves tricky
13 May 2024
By Chronicle
October kickstarted what Ruben Selles labelled the ‘toughest’ spell of the season, and he was not lying.
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Reading FC Review of the Season: Supporters take up tennis
12 May 2024
By Chronicle
With Reading supporters showing their unhappiness against owner Dai Yongge from day one with the sit-in following defeat to Peterborough United on the first day of the season, unrest rumbled through the entire autumn as bills and wages continued to be paid late.
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James and Weimann among Bristol City departures
11 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Bristol City release midfielder Matty James after three seasons at the Championship club.
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I would not swap one Leeds player - Farke
11 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Leeds boss Daniel Farke says he has "total belief and trust" in his players before their play-off semi-final with Norwich.
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'More to come' from Southampton in West Brom play-off
11 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Southampton manager Russell Martin says that there is "still more to come" ahead of their play-off game against West Brom.
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Reading FC Review of the Season: August adaption period
11 May 2024
By Chronicle
After a tumultuous summer in which at one stage it looked difficult to see the Royals fielding a team, and after a less than stellar pre-season campaign which saw defeats in every friendly, Reading got their third tier campaign off to a difficult start against losing play-off semi-finalists Peterborough United.
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Director of football Broughton leaves Blackburn
10 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Blackburn Rovers' sporting director Gregg Broughton has left the Championship club.
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Reading FC cup final ticket details confirmed by FA
10 May 2024
By Chronicle
Berks and Bucks FA have confirmed ticket details for Reading's Senior Cup final against Marlow next week.
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Huddersfield boss Breitenreiter leaves after relegation
10 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Huddersfield Town boss Andre Breitenreiter leaves by mutual consent following their relegation from the Championship.
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Coventry confirm safe standing for 2024-25 season
10 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Coventry City are to introduce safe standing at the Coventry Building Society Arena next season.
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Striker on list of Swansea targets - Williams
10 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Swansea City will target a centre-forward this summer with Luke Williams chasing new signings in “every department” of his squad.
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Reading FC stars putting boots back on for QPR charity event
10 May 2024
By Chronicle
Six former Reading stars are retying their laces this weekend to appear in a charity match at the home of Queen's Park Rangers.
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Millwall chief executive Kavanagh to leave club
10 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Millwall CEO Steve Kavanagh is to leave the Championship club after eight years in the role.
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Galloway and Miller offered new Plymouth Argyle deals
10 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Plymouth Argyle are continuing contract talks with defenders Brendan Galloway and Mikel Miller.
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Wolves dent Reading FC promotion hopes: On this Day
10 May 2024
By Chronicle
On this day 21 years ago, Reading saw their hopes of securing back-to-back promotions take an ultimately insurmountable hit at Molineux as Wolverhampton Wanderers edged ahead in the First Division play-off semi-final.
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Stevenage appoint permanent boss ahead of League One start
10 May 2024
By Chronicle
Stevenage have confirmed that former Rotherham United forward Alex Revell will replace Steve Evans as permanent boss for next season.
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Reading FC Column: Fans hard pressed to predict future
10 May 2024
By Chronicle
It’s difficult to believe that 18 years have already passed since Reading won the Championship title with a record 106 points – and our fans were looking forward to a first-ever season in the Premier League.
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Reading FC release four players- will the club miss them?
09 May 2024
By Chronicle
Amid all the hubbub of seeing Femi Azeez remain with Reading following the announcement of the club’s released and retained list, four contracted players will quickly fall by the wayside as Ruben Selles looks to mould a team for his second season in charge at the SCL Stadium.
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Kelly leaves Coventry a 'club legend' - Robins
09 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Coventry City boss Mark Robins says captain Liam Kelly leaves the Sky Blues as a "club legend".
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League One play-off final confirmed after Oxford United win
09 May 2024
By Chronicle
Oxford United and Bolton Wanderers are to do battle at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, May 18 for the right to play Championship football next season.
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Sky Sports new TV deal and what this means for Reading FC
09 May 2024
By Chronicle
Match-going supporters of EFL clubs have been assured they will be given plenty of notice around changes to kick-off times, with more than 1,000 matches in all EFL competitions set to be shown live under its new deal with Sky Sports.
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Blackburn boss Eustace fined for Coventry red card
09 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Blackburn Rovers head coach John Eustace is fined £2,500 for his red card in the 0-0 draw with Coventry City.
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Rotherham United release former Reading FC pair after drop
09 May 2024
By Chronicle
Rotherham United have released 11 players following their relegation from the Championship- including former Reading pair Tyler Blackett and Sean Morrison.
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Reading FC defender issues emotional statement after release
09 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading defender Matt Carson has thanked everyone at the club for 'helping me as a player and a person.
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Reading FC legend returns 40 years on to sign photo for fan
08 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading legend Kevin Bremner returned to the club on the final day of the season to sign a photo for super-fan Sue Symes.
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Former Reading FC star sets Crawley Town on course for final
08 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading favourite Liam Kelly scored the first goal of the evening for new club Crawley Town in a 3-0 first-leg victory last night.
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Hull owner sacked Rosenior over 'football philosophy'
08 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Hull City owner Acun Ilicali says Liam Rosenior's sacking was down to a difference of opinion on football philosophy.
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Reading FC v Nottingham Forest last eight details confirmed
08 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading will host Nottingham Forest on Saturday in the quarter-final of the PL2 play-offs.
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West Brom ready for play-off 'lottery' - Furlong
08 May 2024
By BBC Sport
West Brom defender Darnell Furlong says they understand the play-offs are "a lottery" and insists they are ready for Southampton.
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Reading FC coach praises the 'strongest kid in the world'
08 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading Under-21 head coach Noel Hunt labelled goal scorer Adrian Akande 'the strongest kid in the world.
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Reading FC confirm their retained list- with four let go
08 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading have confirmed their released and retained list, with four first-teamers let go and six kept on.
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Reading FC raise nearly £7,000 with new home shirt auction
08 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading raised nearly £7,000 by auctioning off their brand-new home shirts online.
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Reading FC boss labels promotion ambition 'unrealistic'
07 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading boss Ruben Selles has labelled those targeting promotion to the Championship next season as 'unrealistic' due to remaining uncertainty around the club's ownership.
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Millers discuss new Lindsay deal but release 11
07 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Relegated Rotherham have opened new contract talks with midfielder Jamie Lindsay while releasing 11 other players.
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QPR extend defender Dunne's contract
07 May 2024
By BBC Sport
QPR trigger an option to extend the contract of defender Jimmy Dunne by another year.
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Reading FC star announces retirement after promotion
07 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading's former record transfer, Sone Aluko, has announced his retirement from professional football.
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Hull sack boss Rosenior after not making play-offs
07 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Hull City part company with head coach Liam Rosenior despite him being nominated for the Championship's manager of the year award.
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Reading FC first teamers show support for youngsters in win
07 May 2024
By Chronicle
Reading first-team stars Femi Azeez, Michael Craig and Tom Holmes were in attendance for Saturday's 2-0 win over Middlesbrough in the PL2 play-offs.
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Portsmouth keen on Reading FC midfielder following promotion
07 May 2024
By Chronicle
Portsmouth are keen on signing Reading midfielder Michael Craig, according to reports.
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How Maresca took Leicester back to big time - but clouds on horizon?
07 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Guillem Balague takes a closer look at how Enzo Maresca guided Leicester to promotion but the club's future remains uncertain.
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No regrets for Rowett over Birmingham City return
06 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Interim Birmingham City manager Gary Rowett is optimistic about the club's future despite relegation to League One.
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McNair to leave Middlesbrough after six years
05 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Paddy McNair has played his last game for Middlesbrough, with his contract up and no new deal offered by the club.
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Actor Ferrell to join list of Leeds investors
05 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Hollywood actor Will Ferrell is set to join the list of celebrity investors in Championship club Leeds United
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Pressure on Leeds for play-offs, says Stacey
05 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Norwich defender Jack Stacey believes the pressure of expectation will be heavier on Leeds when the two sides meet in the Championship play-offs.
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Forwards Wesley and Campbell to leave Stoke
05 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Stoke forwards Wesley and Tyrese Campbell are to leave the club along with defender Ciaran Clark, but Jordan Thompson will stay for another 12 months.
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Ipswich boss McKenna hails 'massive' achievement
05 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna is delighted a new generation of Ipswich fans will experience the Premier League for the first time next season.
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Former Reading FC stars with extended seasons for play-offs
05 May 2024
By Chronicle
For most in League One and League Two, holidays are well underway and feet are firmly up after last week's final game.
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Down but not out - Birmingham determined not to let drop define future
05 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Birmingham City's ambition contrasts with the reality of their relegation to League One.
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Reading FC beat Middlesbrough to progress into quarter final
05 May 2024
By Chronicle
Adrian Akande's second-half double was enough for Reading to beat Middlesbrough 2-0 in the round of 16 in the PL2 play-offs.
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Gloom to glory - the fall and rise of Ipswich Town
04 May 2024
By BBC Sport
BBC Radio Suffolk commentator Brenner Woolley on how Ipswich have been reborn under Kieran McKenna after slumping to the third tier just five years ago.
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'The boss is one of the best around' - Morsy
04 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Ipswich captain Sam Morsy says promotion to the Premier League would not have happened without the influence of boss Kieran McKenna.
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Maresca confirms Vardy contract talks with Foxes
04 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Ex-England striker Jamie Vardy starts talks about staying at Leicester City, as Marc Albrighton's time at the club appears over.
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McKenna guides Ipswich back to 'promised land'
04 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Just two and a half years into his managerial career, Kieran McKenna has guided Ipswich to two promotions and a return to the Premier League.
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Birmingham City and Huddersfield Town to face Reading FC
04 May 2024
By Chronicle
Birmingham City and Huddersfield Town have joined Rotherham United in being relegated into League One next season.
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Plymouth Argyle to start search for new head coach
04 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Plymouth Argyle will start their search for a new head coach next week after securing their Championship status.
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Reading FC legend admits 'tears have been shed' over crisis
04 May 2024
By Chronicle
Former Reading striker Dave Kitson has admitted that 'tears have been shed' during the off-field crisis at the club witnessing his side's 'legacy' tarnished.
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Middlesbrough captain Howson signs new contract
03 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Middlesbrough captain Jonny Howson signs a new one-year contract to remain with the Championship club.
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EFL veteran tips Reading FC to 'become a stronger club'
03 May 2024
By Chronicle
EFL veteran Neil Warnock believes Reading will be a stronger club in the future for going through the current off-field strife.
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Corberan demands West Brom focus for Preston test
03 May 2024
By BBC Sport
West Brom head coach Carlos Corberan wants his side to stay focussed as they look to secure a Championship play-off place against Preston.
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My most enjoyable season yet - Winks
03 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Harry Winks speaks to Football Focus about his first season as a Leicester player and why he took the jump from Premier League to Championship football.
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Stewart is 'chomping at the bit' - Martin
03 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Southampton manager Russell Martin is expecting striker Ross Stewart to play a part against Leeds United on Saturday.
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McKenna warns Ipswich of 'motivated' Terriers
03 May 2024
By BBC Sport
Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna is is not expecting an easy match against Huddersfield Town as his team bid to clinch promotion.
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