News Feed: February 2024

Championship: West Brom hold-off rivals Coventry - reaction

Follow live text updates as West Brom host Coventry City in the Championship.

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Reading FC woes made boss 'a better coach and better person'

Reading boss Ruben Selles believes working in the difficult circumstances he has had to at the club has made him 'a better coach and a better person.

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Plymouth boss planning talks over Galloway future

Plymouth Argyle boss Ian Foster says he is planning to have talks with defender Brendan Galloway over his future.

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Reading FC legend on off-field crisis ahead of Q&A

Reading legend Steve Sidwell has been speaking about the crisis at the football club ahead of his return to Berkshire for a sold-out Q&A session.

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No need for Foxes to panic as lead reduced - Faes

Leicester City defender Wout Faes says the Championship leaders are not panicking after their advantage at the summit was slashed.

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Reading FC captain on his 'standout' away day memory

Reading captain Andy Yiadom has praised the travelling support and has admitted that he will 'always remember' November's win at Wycombe Wanderers.

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Saints will take 'huge amount' from display v Reds

Southampton boss Russell Martin says they will take a "huge amount" from their FA Cup display at Liverpool as they pursue promotion.

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Former Reading FC defender to manage Republic of Ireland

Former Reading defender and coach, John O'Shea, has been given the opportunity to manage the Republic of Ireland on an interim basis.

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Reading FC progress to semi-final of cup competition

Reading have progressed to the semi-final of the Berks and Bucks Senior Cup, with an Under-23 side beating Combined Counties outfit Burnham 2-0 at the 1878 Stadium.

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Reading FC boss on availability of missing experienced pair

Reading boss Ruben Selles has confirmed that experienced duo Sam Hutchinson and Harlee Dean are both available despite neither featuring for over three months.

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Leeds fan injured after apparent fall at Chelsea

A Leeds United supporter is "in the hands of the emergency services" after appearing to fall from the stand in their FA Cup tie at Chelsea.

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Reading FC boss on payday and future outgoings with deduction hovering

Reading boss Ruben Selles is expecting to be paid tomorrow, the club's payday but cannot guarantee that another points deduction can be avoided.

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Patel completes West Bromwich Albion takeover

US businessman Shilen Patel completes the takeover of Championship club West Bromwich Albion as new majority shareholder.

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Sunderland top scorer Clarke out for six weeks

Sunderland forward Jack Clarke is ruled out for six weeks with an ankle ligament injury.

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Reading FC boss left 'disappointed' in EFL 'contradictions'

Reading boss Ruben Selles has been left 'disappointed' in the English Football League after hitting his side with yet another points deduction yesterday.

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Reading FC boss assessed hectic February run of form

Reading boss Ruben Selles believed his side have 'performed well' in a hectic month of seven matches, but has called on his players to compete for '100 per cent of the time.

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Reading FC release statement in response to point deduction

Reading 'confirm that Mr Dai is proactively trying to secure the sale of the club with negotiations continuing with various parties' when responding to the latest EFL points deduction.

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Maidenhead United withdraw from cup due to 'congestion'

Maidenhead United have joined Wycombe Wanderers in withdrawing from the Berks and Bucks Senior Cup due to 'fixture congestion.

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Reading FC to take 1,300 supporters for crunch Carlisle meet

Reading's away support continues to go from strength to strength as another 1,300 fans are set to make the mammoth 10-hour round-trip to Carlisle United on Saturday.

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Reading FC protest group respond to latest EFL deduction

Reading protest group Sell Before We Dai have confirmed that planning for a march in London is back underway following a fresh two-point deduction from the EFL for late payments to HMRC.

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Reading FC docked points and Dai fined as HMRC issue settled

The English Football League have confirmed that Reading will immediately be docked two points, and have another two suspended, for HMRC-related issues.

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Coventry's Simms seeks 'momentum' after Cup treble

Coventry striker Ellis Simms hopes his FA Cup hat-trick will give him "momentum and confidence" for the rest of the season.

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Reading FC Supporters' Trust issue fresh ownership update

The Supporters' Trust at Reading [STAR] have issued the latest update on any ownership change following their meeting with Nigel Howe.

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Reading FC set for fresh points deduction for HMRC issue

Reading are set to be hit with a second points deduction of the season for HMRC-related issues, the Reading Chronicle understands.

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Fraser set for month out with knee injury

Southampton winger Ryan Fraser is expected to be out for a month after injuring his knee against Millwall.

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Coventry lose injured Sakamoto for rest of season

Coventry City midfielder Tatsuhiro Sakamoto is set to miss the rest of the season after getting injured against Preston.

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Ipswich always hungry for late goals - Hutchinson

Ipswich's Omari Hutchinson says their desire to play right to the final seconds of games will help in the promotion race.

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First home win of year 'can be turning point'

Cardiff City captain Joe Ralls urges his players to use victory over Stoke to mount a late revival in the Championship.

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Reading FC Ratings: Wing pick of bunch in Shrewsbury loss

Reading conceded three first-half goals to lose 3-2 against the league's lowest scorers, Shrewsbury Town, for the second time this season.

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Former England and QPR forward Bowles dies aged 75

Former England and Queens Park Rangers forward Stan Bowles dies aged 75.

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Williams suggests Rushworth will remain at Swansea

Head coach Luke Williams says he expects goalkeeper on-loan Brighton goalkeeper Carl Rushworth to remain a Swansea City player next season.

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Reading FC boss on 'uncharacteristic' slow start in Shrewsbury defeat

Reading's unbeaten home run in 2024 was ended by Shrewsbury Town, matching their win in Shropshire by winning 3-2 in Berkshire.

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Huddersfield come from behind to stun Watford

Danny Ward comes off the bench to score twice as Huddersfield beat Watford 2-1 at Vicarage Road in the Championship.

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Ipswich beat Birmingham to keep pace in promotion race

Conor Chaplin sets in-form Ipswich on their way to victory over Birmingham and moves them back level on points with Leeds.

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Saints beaten as Harris makes winning Millwall return

Southampton lose 2-1 to Millwall in the Championship as Neil Harris marks his return as Lions boss with a win.

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QPR beat Rotherham to climb out of drop zone

Rotherham's record run without an away win stretched to 30 games after Queens Park Rangers' comeback victory at Loftus Road.

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Ugbo double sees Sheff Wed beat Bristol City

Ike Ugbo's double sees 10-man Sheffield Wednesday continue their upturn in form as they beat Bristol City 2-1 in the Championship.

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Cardiff beat Stoke to end horrible home form

Cardiff City end their horrible home form as they hold on for a 2-1 home win against relegation threatened Stoke.

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Reading FC home unbeaten run ends to Shrewsbury Town

Reading suffered their first home defeat of 2024 as the division's lowest scorers- Shrewsbury Town- netted a trio of first-half goals to win 3-2 at the SCL Stadium.

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Plymouth impress in rare away win at Middlesbrough

Plymouth Argyle impressively end their five-game winless run as they beat Middlesbrough 2-0 at the Riverside Stadium in the Championship.

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Hyam earns Blackburn draw against Norwich

Dominic Hyam scores a rare goal as Blackburn come from behind to draw with play-off chasers Norwich.

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Ronald double gives Swansea win at Sunderland

Mike Dodds' second spell as Sunderland's interim head coach begins with defeat as Brazilian winger Ronald inspires Swansea City to victory at the Stadium of Light.

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Promotion hopefuls Hull and West Brom play out draw

Darnell Furlong cancels out Fabio Carvalho's strike to earn West Brom a point against fellow Championship play-off hopefuls Hull.

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Reading FC team news: Savage returns for Shrewsbury clash

Reading boss Ruben Selles has made just one change for this afternoon's meeting with Shrewsbury Town, with Charlie Savage returning from the start.

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Reading FC 2 v 3 Shrewsbury Town: As it happened

Reading host Shrewsbury Town for the first time since 1992, meaning a first-ever clash between the sides in RG2.

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In-form Leeds fight back to stun leaders Leicester

Second-placed Leeds United score three late goals to complete a stunning turnaround against Championship leaders Leicester.

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Preston leapfrog hosts Coventry with big away win

Resurgent Preston leapfrog Coventry to move one place outside the Championship play-offs with a big win at the CBS Arena.

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Family pride at Afcon success delights Hull's Seri

Hull City's Jean Michael Seri says Ivory Coast's Africa Cup of Nations success has caught his young family's imagination.

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Championship: Reaction after big wins for Ipswich & bottom sides

Follow reaction from the Championship as Ipswich maintain their promotion push and QPR, Huddersfield & Sheffield Wednesday all win.

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Horvath eyes hat-trick of promotions at Cardiff

Having won promotion to the Premier League under two Welsh managers, Cardiff City goalkeeper Ethan Horvath's next target is to reach the top flight with his Welsh club.

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Former Reading FC star signs for Scottish fourth tier outfit

Former Reading striker Marc McNulty has moved from Los Angeles to Edinburgh- signing for Scottish League Two outfit Spartans FC.

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Harris aims to 'reinvigorate' Millwall fans

Returning boss Neil Harris says he hopes his fourth stint at the club will be as "unbelievably successful" as his first three.

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Reading FC Column: Why I’m looking for a director role in Berkshire

After three years as Chairman at Arlesey Town FC, a step five side based in Bedfordshire, I have taken the decision to step down.

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Shrewsbury Town set for historic occasion at Reading FC

It is set to be a day of firsts for Shrewsbury Town on Saturday as Salop are to walk out at the SCL Stadium for the first time ever.

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In-form Ipswich a yardstick for Birmingham - Venus

Birmingham City interim boss Mark Venus takes charge of Blues for the first time at his former club Ipswich Town.

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Reading FC midfielder doubt for Shrewsbury after Vale knock

Reading will be sweating over the fitness of midfielder Michael Craig for Saturday's match with Shrewsbury Town following the youngster's knock suffered in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Port Vale.

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Swansea City receive £2.5m boost from backers

Swansea City receive a financial boost of around £2.

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Reading FC owner letter sent to EFL from council published

A letter sent to the English Football League from Reading Borough Council has been published.

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Championship: Leeds score three late goals to stun Leicester

Follow live text updates as second-placed Leeds come from behind to beat Leicester and Preston beat Coventry in the Championship.

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Farke calls for Leeds cool before Leicester game

Leeds boss Daniel Farke warns his side against getting "over-motivated" before Friday's home game with Championship leaders Leicester.

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Stoke City sack Ricky Martin as technical director

Stoke City sack Ricky Martin as technical director after 15 months and appoint ex-player Jon Walters in an interim role.

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Millwall take Cambridge boss weeks before Reading FC meet

Millwall legend Neil Harris has left Cambridge United to return to the Den for a second spell as manager just a matter of weeks before the U's are due to face Reading.

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Reading FC favourite follows former Royals teammate to Qatar

Former Reading favourite Lucas Joao has made his latest career move, joining Umm Salal Sport Club in Qatar.

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AFC Wimbledon to host 'An Evening With' Reading FC legend

AFC Wimbledon are hosting an 'Evening With' Reading legend Steve Coppell at Plough Lane.

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Reading FC protest group explain postponement of march

Reading protest group Sell Before We Dai have decided to postpone their latest planned march through the streets of London, believing it could be a case of 'right protest, wrong time.

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Owls charged over Palmer racist abuse by fan

Sheffield Wednesday are charged with misconduct after one of their fans aimed a racist gesture at Coventry's Kasey Palmer.

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Bristol City's Bell out for season with hamstring injury

Bristol City forward Sam Bell will miss the rest of the season with a severe hamstring injury.

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Boro ban two fans after alleged Leicester incident

Middlesbrough ban two fans following an alleged racist incident during Saturday's 2-1 win at the King Power Stadium.

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Kipre's fine Baggies form a carry-on from Cardiff

West Bromwich Albion defender Cedric Kipre says his fine form for the Baggies is a carry-on from last season's loan at Cardiff.

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Ipswich can't afford any Rotherham repeat - Davis

Defender Leif Davis says Ipswich cannot afford another display like the one in their dramatic 4-3 win over Rotherham.

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Port Vale legend 'overwhelmed' with Reading FC response

Port Vale legend John Rudge admitted he was 'overwhelmed' with the reaction from Reading supporters in donating almost £10,000 for his statue fund.

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Port Vale boss on 'disappointing' Reading FC defeat

Port Vale boss Darren Moore was left 'disappointed' and 'gutted' with his side's 2-0 defeat to Reading on Tuesday evening.

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Victory Over Port Vale Keeps Reading Clear Of Drop

Relentless second half pressure finally delivered the goals Reading required to bounce back from a heavy away defeat at league leaders Portsmouth on Saturday to overcome a stubborn Vale side desperate for points under new manager Darren Moore.

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Harris replaces Edwards as Millwall head coach

Former Millwall boss Neil Harris returns to the club to replace sacked head coach Joe Edwards.

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'All I ever wanted' - Winks' Leicester renaissance

Harry Winks says he has never given up on an England recall as he enjoys a career renaissance in the Championship at Leicester.

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Reading FC Ratings: Port Vale succumb to second-half strikes

Lewis Wing and Harvey Knibbs netted a pair of quickfire second-half goals to squeeze past Port Vale in a big game at the bottom end of League One.

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Late Ipswich defeat heart-wrenching - Richardson

Rotherham boss Leam Richardson says his side showed "the good, the bad and the ugly" in their late 4-3 loss at Ipswich.

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Saints lacked courage in Hull defeat - Martin

Southampton manager Russell Martin says his players lacked courage in their home defeat by Hull City.

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Reading FC boss on Port Vale win and Lewis Wing goal

Reading scored two second-half goals to beat relegation rivals Port Vale 2-0 at the SCL Stadium.

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Reading FC ease relegation fears with Port Vale victory

Reading eased League One relegation fears with a 2-0 win over struggling Port Vale, a side currently sat in the relegation zone.

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Saints miss out on second as Hull win to go sixth

Hull City move into the Championship play-off places with a win at Southampton, who miss the chance to go second.

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Cardiff held to goalless draw at home by Blackburn

Cardiff City's struggles continue as they have to settle for an underwhelming goalless draw at home to Blackburn.

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Reading FC hold up thousands of red cards in protest

Reading and Port Vale supporters held up red cards in the 16th minute of this evening's League One clash against owner Dai Yongge.

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Reading FC team news: Sam Smith starts against Port Vale

Reading boss Ruben Selles has made just one change for tonight's relegation battle against Port Vale, with striker Sam Smith returning from the start.

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Reading FC 2 v 0 Port Vale: As it happened

Reading host Port Vale for the second time this year, looking to last longer than the 16 minutes played back in January before supporters got the match abandoned in protest against Dai Yongge.

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Long leaves Birmingham City for MLS side Toronto

Birmingham City defender Kevin Long signs for Canadian MLS side FC Toronto for an undisclosed fee.

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West Brom cruise to victory at Plymouth

West Bromwich Albion tighten their grip on a Championship play-off spot with a comfortable 3-0 victory at Plymouth Argyle.

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Ipswich snatch win in seven-goal Rotherham thriller

Ipswich score a dramatic 95th-minute winner to deny bottom side Rotherham a point and move up to third in the Championship table.

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Reading FC boss on threat of Port Vale under Darren Moore

Reading boss Ruben Selles is expecting a 'very different team' that Port Vale bring to Berkshire this evening under new manager Darren Moore.

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Reading FC legend on 'freak' record-breaking season and Dai

Reading legend Kevin Doyle believes the 106-point Championship record will remain with the Royals this year, despite Leicester City being currently on track to obliterate it.

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Reading FC boss issues injury update for Port Vale rematch

Reading boss Ruben Selles believes Jeriel Dorsett is the only player that will not be available for selection for this evening's clash with Port Vale.

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Port Vale legend to attend Reading FC after statue donations

Port Vale legend John Rudge will be presented to the crowd at half-time during this evening's clash with the Valliant's to thank supporters for their generosity.

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Watford sign Mali striker Doumbia on six-year deal

Watford sign teenage Mali striker Mamadou Doumbia on a six-year contract, to run from 1 July 2024.

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'We felt we weren't going to lose' - 20 years on from Boro's cup win

Middlesbrough's 2004 League Cup run is remembered by the heroes who led them to the only major trophy in the club's history.

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Reading FC fans to protest again during Port Vale clash

Reading fans are set to protest against owner Dai Yongge again this evening as Port Vale visit the Select Car Leasing Stadium.

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Reading FC captain joins '200 Club' after landmark start

Reading captain Andy Yiadom became the 46th player in the history of the football club to make 200 club appearances with his start against Portsmouth on Saturday.

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Reading FC legend searches for Berkshire role after resignation

Reading legend Dave Kitson has stepped down as chairman of Arlesey Town Football Club - and is actively looking to become a chairman or director of a Berkshire-based club.

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West Brom sign free agent M'Vila on short-term deal

West Bromwich Albion agree a short-term deal for former France international midfielder Yann M'Vila as a free agent.

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EFL: Ipswich beat Rotherham in thriller, Hull stun Saints; Bolton win in L1, Stockport held in L2

Live text updates of Tuesday's rearranged games in the Championship, League One and League Two.

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Norwich striker Sargent 'managing' ankle issue

Norwich City striker Josh Sargent says he and the club are taking care with his work-load on his return from ankle surgery.

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Sunderland sack head coach Beale after 12 games

Sunderland sack head coach Michael Beale after just 12 games in charge, following back-to-back Championship defeats.

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Portsmouth boss on threat Reading FC posed in defeat

Portsmouth boss John Mousinho praised Reading for their 'excellent' first-half display in a heavy 4-1 defeat at Fratton Park.

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Win against Millers could be turning point - Lewis

Watford's on-loan Newcastle defender Jamal Lewis says beating Rotherham will hopefully be a "turning point" in their play-off bid.

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Reading FC boss on role of captain after landmark appearance

Reading boss Ruben Selles described captain Andy Yiadom as 'the dressing room' after the 32-year-old celebrated his 200th appearance for the club.

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Leicester not looking at chasing pack - Faes

Leicester are not looking over their shoulders at the chasing pack in their bid for automatic promotion, says defender Wout Faes.

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Mowbray temporarily steps away as Birmingham boss

Tony Mowbray temporarily steps away as Birmingham City boss as he seeks medical treatment for an unnamed illness.

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Reading FC fan gallery: 2,000 fans make Portsmouth trip

Almost 2,000 Reading fans made the journey to Fratton Park for what was a disappointing 4-1 defeat against champions-elect Portsmouth.

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Reading FC Ratings: Portsmouth net four to end unbeaten run

Reading were unable to make the most of a positive first-half and fell to a 4-1 defeat to champions-elect Portsmouth.

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Preston fight back to hold Blackburn in derby

Preston North End come back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Blackburn Rovers in their Lancashire derby in the Championship.

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Wednesday beat Millwall in vital relegation clash

Ike Ugbo and Anthony Musaba help Owls claim a big three points against fellow strugglers Millwall in the Championship relegation battle.

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Reading FC boss on Portsmouth defeat and injury update

Reading's unbeaten run ended at six with a 4-1 defeat to champions-elect Portsmouth.

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Strugglers QPR beat Bristol City at Ashton Gate

Ilias Chair's first-half goal seals important win for QPR and moves the Hoops within one point of Championship safety.

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Mowbray's Birmingham recover to beat Sunderland

Tony Mowbray's Birmingham City come from behind to beat Sunderland to earn his second victory this season in this fixture.

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Greaves earns Hull stoppage-time win at Huddersfield

Hull City kept their chase for a Championship play-off place on track with a stunning late win over Huddersfield Town at the John Smith's Stadium.

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Simms hits Coventry winner as Stoke lose again

Ellis Simms scores the only goal of the game as Coventry City beat Stoke City in the Midlands derby at the Bet365 Stadium.

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Middlesbrough earn shock win at leaders Leicester

Championship leaders Leicester see their lead cut to nine points as Middlesbrough end a four-game winless run with a shock win.

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Hornets end poor run with win at Rotherham

Watford ended a run of three straight Championship defeats with a confident victory over Rotherham United at the New York Stadium.

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Sargent scores twice as Norwich thrash Cardiff

Norwich City continue their fine form as Josh Sargent scores twice to help the Championship play-off contenders come from behind to thrash Cardiff City.

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Portsmouth end Reading FC unbeaten run with victory

Reading’s unbeaten run came to an end against the champions-elect as Portsmouth eased to a 4-1 victory at Fratton Park.

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Ipswich keep up pace with hard-fought win at Swansea

Ipswich Town keep up the pace in the chase for automatic promotion with a hard-fought 2-1 victory at Swansea City.

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Leeds hold off Plymouth to reclaim second place

Leeds go second with an eighth league win in a row as Willy Gnonto tees up a clinical away victory over Plymouth.

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Reading FC team news: Two changes for Portsmouth clash

Reading captain Andy Yiadom returns to the team as one of two changes against league leaders Portsmouth, with star striker Sam Smith still missing from the starting side.

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Portsmouth 4 v 1 Reading FC: As it happened

Reading, unbeaten in six, travel to league leaders Portsmouth for a first league meeting at Fratton Park for over a decade.

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Southampton win at West Brom to go second

Ryan Fraser and David Brooks get the goals as Southampton go second in the Championship with victory at West Bromwich Albion.

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Championship: Boro stun Leicester; Ipswich, Coventry, Norwich & Hull win in promotion race - reaction

Follow reaction from Saturday's Championship action, as leaders Leicester are beaten at home by Middlesbrough.

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Mowbray 'understands' Sunderland sacking

Birmingham City boss Tony Mowbray says he respects Sunderland's decision to sack him as he faces his old club for the first time.

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Swans players need to make 'big impact' - Williams

Luke Williams gave injury updates on several members of his squad before Swansea City's Championship clash with Ipswich Town.

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Mowbray has 'nothing to prove' to Sunderland

Sunderland boss Michael Beale says he is expecting a "ding-dong battle" against predecessor Tony Mowbray at Birmingham on Saturday.

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Aberdeen sign former Reading FC winger on short-term deal

Aberdeen have confirmed the signing of former Reading winger Junior Hoilett on a short-term deal.

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Argyle journey is 'dream become reality' - Randell

Plymouth Argyle midfielder Adam Randell said playing for his boyhood club in the Championship is "a dream become reality".

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Former Reading FC favourite on 'sad' state of club

Former Reading favourite Ian Harte labelled the current situation at the club as 'sad' and has publicly spoken out against the previous recruitment policy.

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Reading FC Column: Not so happy memories of Portsmouth days

Earlier in the season, Portsmouth marched into Berkshire and turned an early 2-0 deficit against Reading into a 3-2 win.

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Patel agrees West Bromwich Albion takeover deal

Shilen Patel is set to become West Bromwich Albion chairman after a deal to buy an 87.

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Huddersfield name Breitenreiter as new head coach

Championship strugglers Huddersfield appoint former Schalke boss Andre Breitenreiter as head coach until 2026.

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Portsmouth v Reading FC at Fratton Park: Where are they now?

Reading travel to Fratton Park on Saturday for the first league meeting between the pair in Hampshire.

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Championship: Southampton win at West Brom to go second in table

Follow reaction as Southampton win at West Brom to move above Leeds into second in the Championship.

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Reading FC boss issues injury update ahead of Portsmouth

Reading boss Ruben Selles is hoping to have Sam Smith and Andy Yiadom back in the matchday squad for Saturday's trip to Portsmouth after missing the midweek draw with Fleetwood Town.

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Bulut urges players not to get 'comfortable'

Cardiff City are in the midst of a poor run of form and have fallen eight points adrift of the Championship play-off places.

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Preston charged with misconduct over fan behaviour

Championship club are charged with two counts of misconduct in relation to crowd control by the FA.

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Reading FC boss on young debutant's in Fleetwood Town draw

Reading boss Ruben Selles has called on his young players, namely Jayden Wareham and Zane Monlouis, to continue improving and working hard following their professional debuts on Tuesday.

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Foster says Coventry draw 'feels like a defeat'

Plymouth Argyle head coach Ian Foster says Coventry's 96th minute equaliser made their 2-2 draw "felt like a defeat".

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Reading FC exit FA Youth Cup at hands of Manchester City

Reading Under-18s exited the FA Youth Cup on Wednesday night following a gutsy 2-1 defeat to three-time winners Manchester City.

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Al-Hamadi chasing Premier League history with Ipswich

Ipswich striker Ali Al-Hamadi says becoming the first Iraqi to to play in the Premier League would be a "dream".

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Port Vale hire Darren Moore before Reading FC meeting

Port Vale have hired former West Brom manager Darren Moore on a five-and-a-half-year deal just seven days before their trip to Reading.

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Ipswich thrash Millwall to reignite promotion bid

Ipswich cruise past struggling Millwall to end a three-game winless run in the Championship and move within three points of the automatic promotion spots.

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Coventry strike late to snatch draw at Plymouth

Liam Kitching rescues a point for Coventry at Plymouth in the dying seconds of the game as the Sky Blues move into the top six.

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Huddersfield edge past Sunderland to ease relegation fears

Matty Pearson is on target as Huddersfield beat Sunderland to ease away from the Championship relegation zone.

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Preston beat Boro to seal third successive win

Preston make it three successive wins to re-ignite their Championship play-off hopes as they beat Middlesbrough at Deepdale.

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Burger hits winner as Stoke beat struggling QPR

Stoke edge fellow strugglers QPR to end a four-match losing run and put a little daylight between themselves and the relegation zone.

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Marsh set to leave Swansea for Chelsea job

Swansea City's head of football operations is poised to become loans manager at Premier League club Chelsea.

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Fleetwood Town boss issues verdict of late Reading FC draw

Fleetwood Town manager Charlie Adam felt his side 'dominated' last night's 1-1 draw with Reading at Highbury.

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Millwall defender Joe Bryan handed three-match ban

Millwall defender Joe Bryan banned for three matches after accepting FA violent conduct charge after Coventry City clash

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Reading FC fan gallery: More than 500 trek to Fleetwood

More than 500 Reading supporters made the nine-hour round trip to Highbury for a 1-1 draw with Fleetwood Town in the League One relegation battle.

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Birmingham fans can make us 'unstoppable' - Laird

Birmingham City defender Ethan Laird says the Blues fans have the power to inspire the squad to finish the season well.

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Rainbow footballs to mark LGBTQ+ History Month

English Football League games are to feature rainbow-coloured footballs to mark LGBTQ+ History Month.

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Johnston ready for 'massive' West Brom challenge

West Brom's on-loan Celtic winger Mikey Johnston says has the "tools for the job" to get the club into the Championship play-offs.

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Leeds connection 'important' for Wales quartet

Leeds United are firmly in contention for automatic promotion to the Premier League this season - and their form should benefit Wales boss Robert Page.

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Leicester's Winks keeps close eye on passing stats

Midfielder Harry Winks is keeping a close eye on his passing statistics as Leicester look to get back to the Premier League.

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Reading FC Ratings: Lewis Wing provides moment of magic

Reading conceded in the final minute of stoppage time to draw 1-1 at fellow strugglers Fleetwood Town.

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Norwich boss Wagner upset by substitution booing

Norwich coach David Wagner criticises a "small group" of fans who booed him during the win over Watford.

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Northampton Town sign former Reading FC star after 11 months out

Former Reading captain Liam Moore has signed a short-term deal with fellow League One outfit Northampton Town.

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Reading FC boss on Fleetwood draw and injury update

Reading were unable to hang onto a late lead and drew 1-1 with relegation rivals Fleetwood Town.

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Bristol City end long Southampton unbeaten streak

Sam Bell, Rob Dickie and Harry Cornick get the goals as Bristol City end Southampton's 25-game unbeaten run.

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Birmingham ruin Eustace's return with Blackburn

Blackburn Rovers boss John Eustace's return to Birmingham is ruined by a late home winner from on-loan Andre Dozzell.

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West Brom beat Cardiff to maintain play-off push

West Bromwich Albion keep the pressure up on their play-off rivals with a 2-0 win over Cardiff City.

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Hull come from behind to beat bottom side Rotherham

Hull City consolidate their place in the Championship play-off chase by coming from behind to beat bottom side Rotherham United.

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Norwich see off Watford to move into play-off spot

David Wagner's Canaries move up to sixth in the Championship table with victory over the Hornets in a thriller at Carrow Road.

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Reading FC hit by late Fleetwood Town goal in draw

Reading were stung late by fellow strugglers Fleetwood Town in a poor quality, but high entertainment, 1-1 draw at Highbury.

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Leicester beat Sheff Wed to go 12 points clear

Leicester's charge towards the Championship title continues unabated as Jamie Vardy scores in a victory over his boyhood club Sheffield Wednesday.

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Leeds thrash Swansea to maintain perfect start to year

Leeds United secure a seventh successive league victory of 2024 with a comfortable win over Swansea City.

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Reading FC team news: Experienced duo miss out in Fleetwood

Reading are without two experienced stars, Andy Yiadom and Sam Smith, for the trip to Fleetwood Town.

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Fleetwood Town 1 v 1 Reading FC: As it happened

Reading travel to Fleetwood for the first-ever meeting between the sides at the Highbury Stadium this evening.

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Councillors' love for Reading FC despite uncertainty

Councillors have spoken about the huge social value of Reading Football Club, and how that could be at risk as the fortunes of the club decline.

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Championship: Ipswich beat Millwall 4-0; Preston, Stoke and Huddersfield win

Follow score & live text updates from five games in the Championship.

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Reading FC to take 500 fans to first Fleetwood Town trip

More than 500 Reading supporters are making the long midweek trip to Fleetwood Town this evening, a first-ever meeting at the Highbury Stadium.

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Strength forged in grief helps Daka hit top form

Leicester City forward Patson Daka explains how mental strength following bereavement has taken him from the sidelines to the Championship's hottest striker.

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Fleetwood Town boss on Reading FC reunion in third tier meet

Fleetwood Town boss Charlie Adam is 'looking forward' to a reunion with his former employers as Reading make their first-ever trip to the Highbury Stadium.

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Reading FC defender set to be out for the rest of February

Reading defender Tom Holmes is to miss the next 'four to six weeks' following his back injury sustained against Leyton Orient last month.

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Blackburn boss Eustace plays down Birmingham return

Blackburn Rovers manager John Eustace plays down facing his former side Birmingham City in his first game in charge.

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West Brom striker Dike suffers new Achilles injury

West Bromwich Albion striker Daryl Dike will not play again before "the end of 2024" after sustaining a second Achilles injury in 10 months.

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Relive Tuesday's Championship action as Leeds thrash Swansea, Leicester win and Southampton lose

Relive all of Tuesday's Championship action as leaders Leicester win, Leeds thrash Swansea to go second and Southampton's unbeaten run ends.

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Portsmouth defender returns to watch Reading FC after injury

Portsmouth defender Tom McIntyre was spotted sitting with his former Reading teammates on Saturday for the Royals' 2-0 win over Charlton Athletic.

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Nelson urged to be 'brave' after Leicester league bow

Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca urges young defender Ben Nelson to be "more brave" and not fear mistakes after making his full league debut.

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Reading FC submit official EFL squad after window closure

Following the closure of the January transfer window, EFL clubs have submitted their official squad lists which will take teams through until the summer.

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Reading FC boss on new found 'weapon' after skill exploited

Reading boss Ruben Selles has labelled Amadou Mbengue's newly discovered long throw a 'weapon' the side are looking to exploit.

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Reading FC gallery: Clowning around during Charlton win

Reading supporters went left field for their latest protest against owner Dai Yongge, dressing up as clowns after the Chinese businessman had turned the club into his 'circus.

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Amazing Form Continues As Reading Climb Table

Femi Azeez stole the limelight with two stunning second half strikes to continue the Royals steady progress towards the safety of mid table.

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Wright double beats Millwall as Coventry hit top six

Haji Wright's two goals in three minutes lift Coventry City into the Championship top six as the Sky Blues beat Millwall.

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Reading FC Ratings: New-found long throw beats Charlton

Reading moved up to 18th in League One after Femi Azeez's brace sealed a 2-0 win over Charlton Athletic.

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Championship: Coventry into play-offs after edging past Millwall

Follow reaction as two Haji Wright goals in three minutes help Coventry City beat Millwall to move into the play-offs.

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Dolan double helps Blackburn beat Stoke

Tyrhys Dolan strikes twice and Sammie Szmodics gets the other as Blackburn Rovers sentence Stoke City to a fourth straight loss.

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Reading FC boss on Charlton win and Tom Holmes injury

Reading moved up to 18th in League One with a controlled 2-0 victory over Charlton Athletic.

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Cullen goal gives Swansea victory at Hull

Swansea City claim a first league win under Luke Williams as Liam Cullen's goal delivers a blow to Hull City's Championship play-off hopes.

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Daka penalty inspires Leicester to win at Watford

Championship leaders Leicester City win again at Watford to extend their fine run to just one defeat in 17 games, in all competitions.

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Bristol City end winless run at stuttering Boro

Bristol City end a six-game winless Championship run with victory at Middlesbrough thanks to two quickfire first-half goals.

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Southampton win eight-goal thriller against Terriers

Southampton come from behind twice to beat resurgent Huddersfield and stay in second place in an eight-goal Championship thriller.

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Sunderland beat Plymouth to move back into top six

Sunderland come from behind to beat Plymouth Argyle and move back into the Championship play-off places.

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Frey strike secures draw for QPR against Norwich

Michael Frey scores an equaliser from fellow new boy Lucas Andersen's cross to secure a point for resurgent QPR against Norwich.

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Summerville stars as Leeds beat Rotherham

Crysencio Summerville scores twice as Leeds United's fifth straight Championship win keeps the pressure on the top two.

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Preston win at Cardiff to maintain play-off push

Preston North End maintain their push for a Championship play-off place with a clinical win at Cardiff City.

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