News Feed: April 2026
Mitchell 'buzzing' after winning Plymouth Argyle award
30 April 2026 ·
Alex Mitchell says he is "buzzing" to have been named Plymouth Argyle Supporters' Player of the Season.
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Play-off places and survival to be decided in League One
30 April 2026 ·
BBC Sport brings you up to date on who needs what to qualify for the play-offs or to avoid relegation in League One on Saturday.
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Exeter captain Sweeney targets League One survival
30 April 2026 ·
Captain Pierce Sweeney says if Exeter City can avoid relegation from League One it will be among the biggest achievements in his time at the club.
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Will Keane and Ryan Nyambe unlikely to be at Reading next season
30 April 2026 ·
Preston North End striker Will Keane and Derby County's Ryan Nyambe unlikely to have time extended with Reading FC.
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Sean Patton out injured ahead of Blackpool game
30 April 2026 ·
Reading FC striker Sean Patton has picked up an injury ahead of the last of the game of the season against Blackpool.
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Reading FC roll out 'One Royal' membership with frozen season?ticket prices
30 April 2026 ·
Reading FC has launched One Royal, a new monthly subscription model that guarantees supporters a season-long seat.
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Stockport win a highlight of tough season - Brady
29 April 2026 ·
Relegated Port Vale produced one their most impressive performances of a difficult season against Stockport, says boss Jon Brady.
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Former Reading defender wins Millwall player of the season award
29 April 2026 ·
Former Reading FC defender Jake Cooper has been named the 2025/26 Millwall Supporters' Club Player of the Season.
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Reading FC fans helped raise £850 for charity by meeting puppies and dogs at stadium
29 April 2026 ·
Reading FC supporters had an opportunity to meet guide dogs and puppies ahead of a match against Wigan Athletic earlier this season.
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Reading FC to open stadium doors for groups next month and how to book
29 April 2026 ·
The Select Car Leasing Stadium will open its doors next month for a rare chance to use the facilities of Reading FC.
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Reading FC Vice Presidents Fund New Kit for Under-16 SEND Team
29 April 2026 ·
Vice Presidents of Reading FC have made a significant financial contribution to the Reading FC Community Trust for Under 16 SEND team to receive new kit.
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Sharp among seven leaving Doncaster this summer
29 April 2026 ·
Doncaster Rovers release Billy Sharp, Zain Westbrooke, Ben Close, Joseph Sbarra, Jordan Gibson, Kyle Hurst and James Maxwell.
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'I saw it coming' - Challinor fumes at Stockport
29 April 2026 ·
Stockport County boss Dave Challinor was "fuming" after their loss to Port Vale, which means their hunt for a League One play-off place goes to the final day.
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Lincoln Imp gets club shirt to celebrate promotion
28 April 2026 ·
The 14th Century carving now dons the red and white striped shirt to mark Lincoln City's title win.
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Stevenage unfazed by 'biggest game' - Wallace
28 April 2026 ·
Stevenage chairman Phil Wallace says promotion to the Championship would see them recognised as a "real football club" as they look to seal a play-off place.
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Five best moments in Kamari Doyle's season with Reading
28 April 2026 ·
Brighton and Hove Albion loanee Kamari Doyle was a bright spark in Reading FC's season.
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Brighton loanee returns to Sussex after impressive loan spell with Reading
28 April 2026 ·
Brighton and Hove Albion loanee Kamari Doyle returns to Sussex following a successful season with Reading FC.
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Reading FC striker named in National League team of the week
28 April 2026 ·
Reading FC striker Basil Tuma has been included in the National League Team of the Week following his wonder strike for Slough Town.
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Reading FC staff member helps save life at local football match after collapse
28 April 2026 ·
A local football match in Reading turned into a life-saving emergency when a player named Marvin collapsed due to a heart attack.
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Aldershot release five former Reading players
28 April 2026 ·
Five former Reading FC players have been released by Aldershot Town following the end of their contracts.
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West Brom starlet on trial with Reading
28 April 2026 ·
West Bromwich Albion starlet Torin Ntege is currently on trial with Reading FC.
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Cardiff hopeful of signing Trott on permanent deal
28 April 2026 ·
Cardiff City are in talks to make Nathan Trott a permanent signing following the goalkeeper's promotion-winning season on loan from Copenhagen.
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We're a work in progress - Reading boss Richardson
27 April 2026 ·
Reading boss Leam Richardson says academy players will play a big part as the team looks to improve and evolve next season.
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'Heart-breaking Port Vale need reset' - boss Brady
27 April 2026 ·
Port Vale boss Jon Brady describes the football from his players this season as "heart-breaking" and says the club "needs a reset" after relegation.
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Cleverley 'loving' Plymouth Argyle play-off push
27 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley says he is enjoying his side's League One run-in as they aim for the play-offs.
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Reading transfer target helps York City clinch dramatic promotion
26 April 2026 ·
Reading FC transfer target York City striker Josh Stones helps end a 10-year EFL exile via a dramatic 1-1 draw at promotion rivals Rochdale.
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Fresh dressing room tensions emerge as fans shout 'Leam out'
26 April 2026 ·
Reading FC’s growing rift under Leam Richardson spilled into public view at Rotherham, in the stands, and behind closed dressing room doors.
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Exeter players 'giving everything' to avoid drop
26 April 2026 ·
Exeter City interim manager Matt Taylor says his players are "giving everything" to try and secure their League One status.
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Football trip sparks memories for Reading care home residents
26 April 2026 ·
A DAY out at the football brought back special memories for a group of residents
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Argyle scorer Pepple confident about his impact
25 April 2026 ·
Bim Pepple says he was always confident that he could make an impact at Plymouth Argyle after his two goals kept the Pilgrims in the League One play-off race.
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Cardiff celebrate promotion - and aim for Premier League
25 April 2026 ·
Cardiff City celebrate League One promotion with a party in the sunshine - before turning their attention to the Premier League.
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'Another positive result': Richardson reflects on 1-1 draw with relegated Rotherham
25 April 2026 ·
Reading FC played to a 1-1 draw with Rotherham United, with manager Leam Richardson acknowledging both the level result and his team's ongoing development.
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Reading FC slip up at Rotherham as winless woes continue
25 April 2026 ·
Reading and Rotherham United played out a 1-1 draw at the New York Stadium in the penultimate League One match of the season.
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Reading make one change to starting line-up for last away game of season
25 April 2026 ·
Reading FC make one change to the starting line-up as they face League Two bound Rotherham United for the last away game of the season.
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Ex Reading, West Ham and Southampton star faces driving ban
24 April 2026 ·
Former Reading FC, West Ham and Southampton star Michail Antonio is facing a driving ban after failing to tell police who was driving his Lamborghini.
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Exeter must use momentum from dramatic draw - Taylor
24 April 2026 ·
Exeter City interim manager Matt Taylor says his side must use the momentum from their dramatic draw with Stockport County to keep them in League One.
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Ben Elliott's contract situation unclear as fitness remains in question
24 April 2026 ·
Reading FC midfielder Ben Elliott is facing an uncertain future at the club after another injury-disrupted season.
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Five things in the EFL: penultimate peril and jittery jeopardy
24 April 2026 ·
Here are five things to look out for across the EFL in this penultimate weekend of the regular season.
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Lawlor surprise over breakthrough season at Cardiff
24 April 2026 ·
Dylan Lawlor thought he would have to leave Cardiff City to breakthrough this season but has starred for club and country.
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Reading FC star striker Jack Marriott picks up another injury
23 April 2026 ·
Reading FC star striker Jack Marriott picks up injury after having just returned to the side against Cardiff City.
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Andy Rinomhota may have played his last Reading FC game after injury
23 April 2026 ·
Reading FC's Andy Rinomhota may have played his last game in a Royals shirt against Cardiff City as he picks up injury that rules him out for last two games.
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Revell tells Stevenage to 'embrace the moment'
23 April 2026 ·
Stevenage boss Alex Revell is preparing his players who are attempting to secure a place in the League One play-offs.
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Reading FC's Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan nominated for PFA Player of the Month
23 April 2026 ·
Reading FC forward Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan has been nominated for PFA Player of the Month for March.
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Veteran striker Sharp, 40, keen to play on
23 April 2026 ·
Sharp has played in 22 consecutive seasons but is not done yet despite preparing to leave Doncaster Rovers this summer.
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Reading FC staff member leaves to join Scottish Premiership side
23 April 2026 ·
Reading FC data analyst has left the club to join Scottish Premiership side Hibernian FC.
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Relegation hard to take but Vale will learn - Brady
23 April 2026 ·
Port Vale's relegation back to League Two after one season hurts but the club will regroup and are already planning to return stronger, says boss Jon Brady.
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Plymouth Argyle offer skipper Edwards new contract
23 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle captain Joe Edwards is offered a new contract by the League One club.
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Deputy headteacher by week is also top-scoring striker at Reading FC
23 April 2026 ·
Balancing two demanding careers takes dedication, resilience, and a lot of early mornings.
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Cardiff relaxed over keeper Trott's future
23 April 2026 ·
Cardiff are prepared to finish their campaign before dealing with futures of some of their promotion-winning squad
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Exeter City extend contracts of Dean and Phillips
22 April 2026 ·
Exeter City extend the contracts of midfielder Tom Dean and goalkeeper Frankie Phillips until the summer of 2027.
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Shane Long urges fans to back Leam Richardson as he 'stabilises' club
22 April 2026 ·
Reading FC legend Shane Long has backed Leam Richardson as he says the manager has 'stabilised' Reading.
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Former Reading defender Rosenior's Chelsea future in serious doubt after poor run
22 April 2026 ·
Chelsea’s senior leadership team are holding discussions concerning former Reading FC defender Liam Rosenior’s future.
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Colchester United Chief Admits Blocking Reading FC’s Kyreece Lisbie Move
22 April 2026 ·
Colchester United chairman Robbie Cowling has revealed and confirmed that the club decided 'not to sell' Reading FC target Kyreece Lisbie.
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Ex-Reading FC man Scott Davies emerges as frontrunner for Aldershot Town job
22 April 2026 ·
Former Reading FC midfielder Scott Davies is reportedly being 'lined up' to take over the Royals most historic rivals Aldershot Town.
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In pictures: Lincoln City win League One title
22 April 2026 ·
The Imps will be promoted as champions after a 2-0 win over Doncaster Rovers clinches top spot.
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Cleverley not giving up on Argyle's play-off hopes
22 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley says he has not given up hopes that his side can make the League One play-offs.
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Reading FC wear shirts designed by girls from Wokingham school
22 April 2026 ·
Reading FC's men's first team wore unique warm-up shirts designed by students from The Emmbrook School in Wokingham ahead of Saturday’s fixture against Cardiff City FC.
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Leyton Orient's Wellens given three-game touchline ban
22 April 2026 ·
Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens is given a three-match touchline ban for verbally abusing a match official.
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No complaints on Stockport play-off push - Challinor
22 April 2026 ·
Stockport County cannot complain about what they need to do to achieve a League One play-off spot, says boss Dave Challinor.
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Pub loses out on 'hundreds of pounds' amid 'robust' policing of football match
22 April 2026 ·
Measures put in place to police a Reading FC football match reportedly caused a nearby pub to lose out on hundreds of pounds worth of business
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How Leicester went from champions to League One in a decade
21 April 2026 ·
Ten years ago, Leicester were days away from winning the Premier League.
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Inside the Reading FC leak: how one story sparked a storm around Leam Richardson
21 April 2026 ·
Last week The Reading Chronicle reported that a source inside the dressing room revealed tension building between the players and Leam Richardson.
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Reading FC player defends Leam Richardson and slams 'outside noise'
21 April 2026 ·
Reading FC's Paudie O'Connor has slammed 'outside noise' as he backs manager Leam Richardson.
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Cardiff youngsters among Europe's best - Barry-Murphy
21 April 2026 ·
Brian Barry-Murphy says Cardiff City's young players, whom he ranks among the best in Europe, were key to his decision to join the Bluebirds.
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Reading FC academy graduate in running for 2026 Ballon d’Or
21 April 2026 ·
Reading FC academy graduate Michael Olise has emerged as a strong contender for the 2026 Ballon D’Or.
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Plymouth yet to receive any Tolaj bids - Cleverley
21 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle manager Tom Cleverley says he has had no bids for top scorer Lorent Tolaj.
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Another Team Promoted At Reading
20 April 2026 ·
Reading's dismal end to the season continued with a defeat which finished off any lingering hopes of reaching the playoffs for another season.
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Two charged after football match disturbance
20 April 2026 ·
Police officers had powers to disperse people ahead of the match in Reading on Saturday.
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Cardiff's priorities as they plan for Championship
20 April 2026 ·
From transfers to contract renewals, BBC Sport Wales looks at Cardiff City's priorities as they prepare for life back in the Championship.
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Port Vale are not giving up - Brady
20 April 2026 ·
Port Vale boss Jon Brady insists his side will not give up "even if the inevitable happens" as a draw pushes them closer to relegation.
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Plymouth Argyle 'confident' in play-off chase - Dale
20 April 2026 ·
Owen Dale feels Plymouth Argyle have a good chance of reaching the League One play-offs this season.
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'Inspirational' Niskanen sets an example at Exeter
20 April 2026 ·
Exeter City winger Ilmari Niskanen's leadership has been praised by interim manager Matt Taylor.
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Coventry's Lampard and Boro's Hackney win at EFL Awards
19 April 2026 ·
Coventry boss Frank Lampard and Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney are named the EFL Championship manager and player of the season.
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Leam Richardson 'wrestles' with medical team over Jack Marriott's return
19 April 2026 ·
Reading FC boss Leam Richardson says he's had to 'wrestle' with the medical team over Jack Marriott's return from injury.
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Leam Richardson says Andy Rinomhota was 'excellent' against Cardiff City
19 April 2026 ·
Leam Richardson praises Andy Rinomhota's 'excellent' performance against Cardiff City, as he makes his first start since re-joining Reading FC.
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Leam Richardson says Reading's performance was 'night and day' compared to Doncaster
19 April 2026 ·
Leam Richardson has said that Reading FC's performance against Cardiff City on Saturday was 'night and day' in level compared to their loss to Doncaster Rovers last week.
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Goalscoring keeper Bycroft has 'incredible eye for goal'
19 April 2026 ·
How Exeter City's goalscoring keeper Jack Bycroft has 'an incredible eye for a goal'.
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Can Coventry keep Lampard? - Sam Parkin's EFL takeaways
18 April 2026 ·
BBC Final Score pundit Sam Parkin looks at the weekend's talking points in the EFL, including whether Coventry can hold on to Frank Lampard.
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Wild scenes as promoted Cardiff savour Reading revelry
18 April 2026 ·
Reading have hosted two League One promotion parties this season, and Cardiff's was as dramatic as it was enjoyable after a miserable few years.
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Andy Rinomhota shines for Royals despite disappointing loss to Cardiff City
18 April 2026 ·
Reading FC suffered a disappointing 3-1 at home against Cardiff City on Saturday.
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Major Reading police presence with dispersal orders in place ahead of Cardiff match
18 April 2026 ·
A major police presence can be seen in Reading town centre by the station ahead of a football match set to take place this afternoon.
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Head coach Hourihane to leave Barnsley
18 April 2026 ·
Barnsley head coach Conor Hourihane is to leave the club at the end of the season by mutual agreement.
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Taylor hails goalkeeper Bycroft after Exeter call-up
17 April 2026 ·
Exeter City interim manager Matt Taylor says goalkeeper Jack Bycroft's performances have been an excellent example to his team-mates.
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Still a 'little bit of hope' to make top six - Wing
17 April 2026 ·
Reading captain Lewis Wing says there remains a "little bit of hope" they can still sneak into the play-offs.
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Wiredu and Ibrahim return to boost Plymouth
17 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle's central midfield is boosted by news that both Brendan Wiredu and Bradley Ibrahim are fit to play against AFC Wimbledon.
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Lack of 'conviction' worries Posh boss Williams
17 April 2026 ·
Peterborough United boss Luke Williams says their performance against Port Vale was as disappointing as he has "ever seen".
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Northampton in talks with investment group
17 April 2026 ·
Northampton Town are in talks with a "well-funded investment group" over a potential deal they hope will clear the club's debts.
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Gabbidon praises 'super talented' Lawlor
17 April 2026 ·
Former Wales and Cardiff City defender Danny Gabbison says there is "much more to come" from "super talented" Bluebirds youngster Dylan Lawlor.
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Police dispersal orders planned for football match
16 April 2026 ·
The game, set for Saturday, April 18, will see officers deploy two dispersal orders to keep fans and residents safe
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Jack Marriott injury update ahead of Cardiff City clash
16 April 2026 ·
Reading FC boss Leam Richardson has given a positive injury update for star striker Jack Marriott.
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Taylor 'enjoying' Exeter survival challenge
16 April 2026 ·
Exeter boss Matt Taylor says he is "enjoying the challenge" of fighting to stay in League One.
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Reading FC boss Leam Richardson responds to 'dressing room leak' claims
16 April 2026 ·
Reading FC boss Leam Richardson has responded to claims from 'dressing room leak', stating that there is '100% no negativity' around the club.
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Leam Richardson insists he 'never criticised players' publicly
16 April 2026 ·
Reading FC boss Leam Richardson has said that he has 'never criticised' the players outside the walls of Bearwood.
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'Play-off pressure is a privilege' - Cleverley
16 April 2026 ·
Plymouth have climbed from the bottom of League One to ninth place with four games left in the season.
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Defender James signs new Exeter contract
16 April 2026 ·
Exeter City defender Ed James has signed a one-year contract extension with the club, with the option for an additional year.
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Promotion would prove doubters wrong - Barry-Murphy
16 April 2026 ·
Brian Barry-Murphy believes he and his Cardiff City players will have proved their doubters wrong if they secure an instant return to the Championship.
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Reading FC owner writes open letter to Reading fans following unrest
16 April 2026 ·
Reading FC owner and chairman Rob Couhig has publicly backed unpopular manager Leam Richardson as fan unrest continues.
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Huddersfield chief executive Edwards leaves
15 April 2026 ·
Huddersfield Town chief executive Jake Edwards leaves the club by mutual consent.
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Clark questions Rotherham players' commitment
15 April 2026 ·
Millers manager Lee Clark criticises the players' attitude following the club's relegation from League One.
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Moving off the bottom a motivator for Vale - Gauci
15 April 2026 ·
Port Vale goalkeeper Joe Gauci says not being bottom of League One after their draw with Barnsley will help drive their battle against relegation.
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Reading FC owner expresses concern over academy finances
15 April 2026 ·
Reading FC owner Rob Couhig has expressed concerns about the financial sustainability of the club’s youth academy.
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Stevenage will bounce back from heavy loss - Revell
15 April 2026 ·
Stevenage manager Alex Revell says they are still in a "brilliant position" in the League One play-off race despite a heavy defeat at Bolton Wanderers.
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Schumacher pleased by Bolton response in big win
15 April 2026 ·
Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher says he is pleased by the response as they thrash Stevenage to bolster their League One play-off hopes.
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Reading FC dressing room chaos as player hits out at Leam Richardson
15 April 2026 ·
Reading FC dressing room tension grows as anonymous player hits out at Leam Richardson’s tactics and man?management.
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Andy Rinomhota gives candid assessment of Royals' recent performance
15 April 2026 ·
Andy Rinomhota made his first appearance for Reading FC in 2026 in the 1-0 loss against Doncaster Rovers.
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Leam Richardson admits 'we've fallen short' after performance 'miles' behind Rovers
15 April 2026 ·
Reading FC suffered a 1-0 defeat to Doncaster Rovers on Saturday in which Leam Richardson acknowledged his side were second best.
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Wigan can take momentum into next season - Caldwell
15 April 2026 ·
Wigan Athletic can build on their recent form and carry that momentum into a more successful campaign next season, boss Gary Caldwell says.
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Barry-Murphy pleased with Huddersfield fightback
15 April 2026 ·
Brian Barry-Murphy says Cardiff City's 1-1 draw with Huddersfield Town is "great point in the circumstances" given how his side performed for long periods against the Terriers.
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Why is the EFL Cup starting on a Friday?
14 April 2026 ·
The EFL Cup will start on a weekend next season, despite traditionally being a midweek cup competition.
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FA Cup scorer Birch signs new Exeter deal
14 April 2026 ·
Exeter City midfielder George Birch has agreed a new one-year deal with a club option of an additional year.
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Northampton 'buoyant' despite relegation worries
14 April 2026 ·
Northampton are on the verge of relegation but Calderwood urges his squad to play with "joy".
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'Missy told me how proud she was'
13 April 2026 ·
Liam Walsh says the support of family and friends helped him play his best in Luton's EFL Trophy win after he and his partner lost a baby through miscarriage.
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Brady wants Port Vale to adopt Chelsea 'attitude'
13 April 2026 ·
Port Vale boss Jon Brady says players lacking appetite to improve "will not be here" after an eye-opening chat with Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior.
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Hallett 'patient' in search for new Plymouth investor
13 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle owner Simon Hallett says he is being "patient" in the search for new investment in the League One club.
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Season Over After Defeat At Doncaster
13 April 2026 ·
Reading's season was effectively ended this weekend with a 0-1 away defeat at Doncaster Rovers.
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Winning a trophy better as a manager - Wilshere
13 April 2026 ·
Luton boss Jack Wilshere says it feels better to win a cup as a manager than a player after their Vertu Trophy success over Stockport County.
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Blackpool fan dies following medical emergency
12 April 2026 ·
Blackpool Football Club pay tribute to supporter Graham Sharman who died following a medical emergency at Bloomfield Road on Saturday.
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Ipswich looking good but Foxes look doomed - Aaron McLean's EFL takeaways
11 April 2026 ·
Final Score EFL pundit Aaron McLean reflects on the highs and lows after Saturday's action.
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'Sack him now': Reading fans turn on Leam Richardson after Doncaster Rovers defeat
11 April 2026 ·
Reading FC's woes continue as fans call for Leam Richardson to be 'sacked' after 1-0 defeat against Doncaster Rovers.
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How Cardiff can secure promotion from League One this weekend
11 April 2026 ·
BBC Sport Wales takes a look at how and when Cardiff City could secure promotion back to the Championship.
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Reading's playoff hopes eliminated as Rovers beat Royals for first time in 40 years
11 April 2026 ·
EFL League One Player of the Season nominee Owen Bailey's second half goal secured a victory for Doncaster Rovers against Reading FC.
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Derby draw can give Exeter survival hope - Taylor
11 April 2026 ·
Exeter City interim manager Matt Taylor says his side's performance in their 2-2 Devon derby draw with Plymouth Argyle can give them hope for their relegation fight.
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Cleverley hails Boateng after 'most important' goal
11 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley says Malachi Boateng's equaliser in the derby with Exeter City was the "most important goal" of his side's season.
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Wilshere eyes first trophy in battle of Hatters
11 April 2026 ·
Luton Town boss Jack Wilshere faces Stockport County boss and Wembley regular Dave Challinor in Sunday's EFL Trophy final.
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Reading FC miss out on transfer target after successful trial with Championship club
10 April 2026 ·
Reading FC miss out on transfer target as Josh Hebert has signed with Charlton Athletic, after a successful trial period.
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EFL announce fixture release date for Championship, League One and League Two
10 April 2026 ·
The fixture release schedule and significant dates for the upcoming 2026/27 Sky Bet Championship, League One and League Two football seasons are set.
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Exeter midfielder Cummins signs one-year extension
10 April 2026 ·
Exeter City midfielder Charlie Cummins signs a one-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until the end of next season.
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Aston Villa loanee dubbed 'explosive player' by coach despite lack of game time
10 April 2026 ·
Aston Villa loanee Kadan Young has been dubbed an 'explosive player' by Reading FC first-team coach James Beattie.
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James Beattie says Will Keane has not hit expected 'heights'
10 April 2026 ·
Preston North End loanee Will Keane has not 'hit the heights' expected from the club, Reading FC first-team coach James Beattie has said.
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Reading coach praises young striker and hints at summer move
10 April 2026 ·
Reading FC first team coach James Beattie has praised rising star Sean Patton as he hints at potential loan for the striker next season.
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Reading to introduce safe standing for next season
10 April 2026 ·
The safe standing is part of other renovations that will be completed at the stadium in the summer.
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EFL confirms fixture release date
10 April 2026 ·
The English Football League reveals the key dates for the 2026-27 season.
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Duff unhappy with Wycombe mentality
10 April 2026 ·
Wycombe boss Michael Duff has all but written off his side's League One play-off chances and says they struggle to turn good performances into wins.
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Imps set sights on title after promotion - Street
10 April 2026 ·
Promotion to the Championship is not not enough for a Lincoln City side that also wants the League One title, says Imps striker Rob Street.
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Huddersfield report losses of £22.4m for 2024-25
10 April 2026 ·
Huddersfield Town report a pre-tax losses of £22.
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It makes English football unique - why the Football League is important too
10 April 2026 ·
Tony Pulis explains why the English Football League is so important and why he loved life in the lower divisions, as well as the lessons he learned.
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EFL preview: Open-top buses booked as finish line comes into view
10 April 2026 ·
Promotions within grasp, relegation six-pointers - here are five things to look out for in the English Football League this weekend.
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Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan named EFL League One Player of the Month
10 April 2026 ·
Reading FC forward Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan has been named the EFL League One Player of the Month for March.
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Plymouth v Exeter - the biggest Devon derby in memory?
9 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle host rivals Exeter City on Saturday in what could be the most important Devon derby in recent memory.
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Reading FC star striker Jack Marriott eyes return vs Cardiff City
9 April 2026 ·
Reading FC first-team coach James Beattie has given some positive news for Jack Marriott's return as the striker aims for return against Cardiff City.
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Doncaster Rovers expert gives insight ahead of Saturday's clash
9 April 2026 ·
The last time Reading FC faced Doncaster Rovers - Noel Hunt was still in-charge and Hull City loanee Matty Jacob was still at the club.
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Vote For Player Of The Season
9 April 2026 ·
With the 2025/2026 season coming to a close it's time to vote for your player of the season.
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Play-Off Hopes Fade After Late Defeat
8 April 2026 ·
For the second time in four days Reading demonstrated a vulnerability to concede late goals and it has probably denied an injury-stricken squad a shot at gaining an unlikely promotion through the play offs.
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Plymouth and Stevenage fined for melee
8 April 2026 ·
Plymouth are fined £31,875 and Stevenage £12,500 for a "mass confrontation" which occurred after their League One match.
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Ex-Reading FC winger Femi Azeez nominated for Championship Player of the Season
8 April 2026 ·
Former Reading FC winger Femi Azeez has been nominated for the EFL Championship Player of the Season.
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How the Red Arrows have helped Lincoln soar
8 April 2026 ·
Lincoln City boss Michael Skubala says the club's "brave" search for "innovative" ways to get promoted led them to working with the Red Arrows.
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Vale ready for chaotic end to survival bid - Brady
8 April 2026 ·
Port Vale will be as prepared as possible for the chaos of playing seven games in 19 days to try to stay in League One says boss Jon Brady.
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Barry-Murphy focuses on promotion, not opinions
8 April 2026 ·
Head coach Brian Barry-Murphy says he's not focused on opinions about Cardiff City's form and only about achieving an "extraordinary" promotion.
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Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan nominated for Player of the Month after six goals in six
8 April 2026 ·
Reading FC forward Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan has been nominated for EFL Player of the Month for March.
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Clark insists Rotherham's survival fight is not over
8 April 2026 ·
Rotherham United manager Lee Clark says his side can still avoid relegation to League Two despite being 11 points adrift of safety with six matches to play.
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Neil, Lampard, Jakirovic & Hellberg up for manager award
8 April 2026 ·
Frank Lampard, Alex Neil, Sergej Jakirovic and Kim Hellberg are shortlisted for the EFL manager of the season award.
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Reading concede another last-minute goal in crunch playoff match against Huddersfield
8 April 2026 ·
Reading FC were denied a vital victory in their pursuit of the play-offs as they conceded a stoppage-time equaliser in a tense encounter against Huddersfield Town.
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Cleverley 'blessed' to have in-form attacking trio
7 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle boss Tom Cleverley says he is "blessed" at having three in-form strikers available for the Devon Derby against Exeter City on Saturday.
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Young fans inspired by Lincoln City's promotion
7 April 2026 ·
Children at the Lincoln City Foundation tell of their pride as the Imps secure a Championship spot.
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Leam Richardson has said he's 'down to get' Andy Rinomhota on pitch
7 April 2026 ·
Leam Richardson has said he's 'down to get' Andy Rinomhota on the pitch, as he makes his first bench appearance for Reading FC since December.
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Challinor warns Stockport over mistakes pre final
7 April 2026 ·
Stockport County boss Dave Challinor says his side cannot afford to make "stupid mistakes" ahead of Sunday's EFL Trophy final at Wembley.
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Brighton loanee Kamari Doyle picks up another injury ahead of Doncaster Rovers
7 April 2026 ·
Brighton and Hove Albion loanee Kamari Doyle is dealing with a fresh injury after being forced off the pitch during Reading FC's defeat to Lincoln City.
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'I wouldn't want to watch that every week': Steve Coppell on Reading FC
7 April 2026 ·
Reading FC legend and former manager Steve Coppell criticised the current state of the club's football after them lose 2-1 to Lincoln City.
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Supporters demand 'big clear out' after Easter Monday defeat
7 April 2026 ·
Reading FC suffered a defeat to Lincoln City, sparking a flurry of reaction from Royals fans online.
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'Pathetic': Leam Richardson on Royals 2-1 defeat to Lincoln City
6 April 2026 ·
Reading FC boss Leam Richardson offered a candid assessment following the team’s 2-1 loss to Lincoln City.
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'Quiet, steady, thoughtful' - promotion the Lincoln City way
6 April 2026 ·
John Pakey looks back over the past 20 years from Keith Alexander to the Cowleys to Lincoln City now calling themselves a Championship club.
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Plymouth's Kane out for season with hamstring injury
6 April 2026 ·
Huddersfield midfielder Herbie Kane's loan to Plymouth is cut short by a season-ending hamstring injury.
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Exeter win crucial for survival - Taylor
6 April 2026 ·
Matt Taylor says Exeter City's 3-0 win over Doncaster Rovers was crucial to their chances of League One survival.
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Match Report: Toothless Reading FC defeated by promotion celebrating Imps
6 April 2026 ·
Lincoln City have defeated Reading FC 2-1 at the Select Car Leasing Stadium to secure promotion and cast doubt on the Royals' playoff hopes.
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Cleverley still has play-off target for Plymouth
4 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley says his side can still reach the League One play-offs, despite losing to third-placed Bolton Wanderers.
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Exeter defending 'not at the professional level'
3 April 2026 ·
Exeter City interim manager Matt Taylor says his team's first-half defending at Blackpool was "not at the professional level".
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Lisbie signs new long-term Peterborough deal
3 April 2026 ·
Peterborough United winger Kyrell Lisbie signs a new contract to run until the summer of 2030.
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Cardiff ready for run-in after 'reset' - Chambers
3 April 2026 ·
Cardiff City hope the international break will have served as a "reset" for their League One promotion bid, says captain Calum Chambers.
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Cardiff still waiting for Salech injury return
2 April 2026 ·
Cardiff City are still waiting for top scorer Yousef Salech to return from his neck injury, while fellow forward Isaak Davies remains out.
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Manning given leave after 'heart-wrenching' talks
2 April 2026 ·
Huddersfield Town sporting director Chris Markham says the well-being of manager Liam Manning had to come first after he was given compassionate leave for the rest of the season.
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'Incredible' 106-point season: Neil Warnock reveals what made that team unstoppable
2 April 2026 ·
Former Sheffield United manager Neil Warnock has reflected on his clashes with Reading FC during the 2005-6 Championship season.
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Reading FC compensated for Amadou Mbengue QPR move
2 April 2026 ·
Reading FC receive compensation for star Amadou Mbengue following his move to Queens Park Rangers, The Reading Chronicle can reveal.
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Reading FC owner Rob Couhig announces £5m stadium upgrade this summer
2 April 2026 ·
Reading FC owner Rob Couhig has revealed that the Select Car Leasing Stadium will receive £5 million in improvements this summer.
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Reading FC achieve EFL code of practice accreditation with bronze status
2 April 2026 ·
Reading Football Club has been awarded Bronze status under the EFL Equality Code of Practice.
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Exeter boss excited by midfielder Cummins' potential
2 April 2026 ·
Exeter City midfielder Charlie Cummins could become the next great young player at the club, according to interim manager Matt Taylor.
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Ralls could make return if Argyle reach play-offs
2 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle midfielder Joe Ralls could be fit to return for the League One play-offs, should the club finish in the top six.
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Oatcakes and Iron Will - poem to inspire Vale cup magic
2 April 2026 ·
As Port Vale try to create more FA Cup magic at Chelsea in Saturday's quarter-final, poet Steven Beattie creates inspirational work 'Oatcakes and Iron Will'.
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EFL preview: Promotion, play-offs and shock return
2 April 2026 ·
Here are five things to look out for in the English Football League on Good Friday.
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Skubala focused on Lincoln win rather than promotion
1 April 2026 ·
Lincoln City head coach Michael Skubala plays down their prospects of League One promotion on Friday and insists he will not be checking results elsewhere.
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Reading injury update as Kamari Doyle in doubt for Huddersfield clash
1 April 2026 ·
Brighton and Hove Albion loanee Kamari Doyle is in doubt for Reading FC's clash with Huddersfield Town as he picked up an injury against Wigan.
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’No hiding’ from relegation worries - Exeter's Wareham
1 April 2026 ·
Exeter City top scorer Jayden Wareham says he and his team-mates know they are running out of time to save the club from relegation.
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Argyle boosted by top scorer Tolaj's return to fitness
1 April 2026 ·
Plymouth Argyle top scorer Lorent Tolaj could return to action in Friday's League One clash with play-off rivals Bolton Wanderers.
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Standing seats will be introduced at Select Car Leasing Stadium
1 April 2026 ·
Safe Standing will be introduced around Club 1871 and the top rows of the away end at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.
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Stockport defender Hoskonen out for rest of season
1 April 2026 ·
Stockport County defender Arttu Hoskonen is unlikely to feature for the rest of the season as he continues to battle against injury, boss Dave Challinor says.
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Reading post £3.8m loss in annual accounts
1 April 2026 ·
Reading FC file their annual accounts from the 2024-25 League One season, recording an overall loss of £3.
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Northampton announce near £3m loss for 2024-25
1 April 2026 ·
Northampton Town announce a loss of £2.
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