Place: Madejski Stadium

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rugby

Russell set for July return after Townsend talks

Finn Russell could return for Scotland’s July tour after holding talks with head coach Gregor Townsend.

soccer

Wrap: Nketiah strikes from bench on Championship debut as Leeds return to summit

rugby

Les Kiss believes majority of London Irish fans support Paddy Jackson signing

soccer

Cabinteely boss Devlin eyes City scalp

soccer

John O’Shea: ‘It was very special and I’m very proud’

soccer

How the Irish fared: Supersub Murphy sparks O'Neill's Forest revival

Exeter Chiefs eager to have ‘pedigree’ tested by Munster

A new Heineken Champions Cup season, and for the first time in nine seasons a new destination for Munster supporters as they journey to Exeter for the opening pool game of the 2018-19 campaign.

Sat, 13 Oct, 2018

Champions Cup not the promised cash cow

Officials from England and France sold visions of a bright new order, when they took a wrecking ball to the Heineken Cup, writes Brendan O’Brien

Fri, 20 Apr, 2018

Schmidt’s centre of excellence

A needs-must situation, Joe Schmidt had said.

Mon, 12 Mar, 2018

How Wasps Rugby Club released David Breen to Na Piarsaigh for the Munster final

David Breen knew that his role in the snowballing success story that is Na Piarsaigh’s senior hurling team was in the lap of the gods when he moved to England to start work as a first-team physiotherapist with Wasps Rugby Club.

Tue, 21 Nov, 2017

‘When you’re abroad, Cork City’s an anchor as comforting as family’

Ex-Examiner staffman John Riordan suffered more than most Cork City fans for not being there. But more important that homesickness is the club at the heart of his football passion is alive and thriving again. 

Fri, 20 Oct, 2017

Mixed fortunes for Irish contingent at struggling Aston Villa while Cardiff power on in Championship

Cardiff maintained their 100% start to stay top of the Sky Bet Championship with a 2-0 home win over Sheffield United, but Aston Villa dropped into the relegation zone after losing at Reading.

Tue, 15 Aug, 2017

Why we should be thankful for this weekend in the 2017 Champions Cup

Let’s park logic and bookmakers’ predictions for a moment and allow ourselves the luxury of contemplating a scenario come tea-time on Sunday whereby both Munster and Leinster are confirmed as finalists for the 2017 Champions Cup.

Fri, 21 Apr, 2017

Ashton believes Sarries ready to end Euro misery

Chris Ashton believes Saracens are “in a good place” after positioning themselves for another full-blown assault on major European silverware.

Mon, 25 Apr, 2016

Wasps come close to making miracle comeback against Saracens in Europe

Saracens took another giant stride towards a possible domestic and European double as they booked their place in next month's Champions Cup final by beating Wasps 24-17 at the Madejski Stadium.

Sat, 23 Apr, 2016

Northampton come close to upset but Saracens progress to European semis

Chris Ashton rescued Saracens from disaster as injury-ravaged Northampton's brave attempt at causing a major upset in the fierce rivals' Champions Cup quarter-final at Allianz Park ended in a 29-20 defeat.

Sat, 09 Apr, 2016

Branislav Ivanovic: Eden Hazard still committed to Chelsea

Branislav Ivanovic has defended Eden Hazard after the Chelsea playmaker’s midweek shirt swap against PSG and says the Belgian remains committed to the Blues.

Fri, 11 Mar, 2016

Home comforts again for Arsenal but Chelsea face Everton trip

Everton will face Chelsea in the pick of the FA Cup quarter-finals.

Mon, 22 Feb, 2016

FA and police investigate after West Brom's Chris Brunt 'hit by coin'

The Football Association is investigating the incident in which West Brom's Chris Brunt said he was hit by a coin thrown by Albion fans following their 3-1 defeat at Reading, while police are treating it as an assault.

Sat, 20 Feb, 2016

Middlesbrough back top after gritty win over Sheffield Wednesday

Boro back top after gritty win over Wednesday

Tue, 29 Dec, 2015

Paul McShane determined to put hole in Hull's promotion drive

Reading skipper Paul McShane wants to help put the brakes on the promotion drive of former club Hull when he returns to the KC Stadium tonight for the first time since leaving in the summer.

Wed, 16 Dec, 2015

QPR close in on Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink appointment

QPR head to Reading for tonight’s Championship clash aiming to close in on the appointment of Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink as their new manager.

Thu, 03 Dec, 2015

Kevin De Bruyne and Raheem Sterling star for City, while Meyler nets Hull winner

Kevin de Bruyne and Raheem Sterling were on top-form as Manchester City cruised to a 4-1 Capital One Cup victory at Sunderland to end a two-game losing run in explosive fashion.

Wed, 23 Sep, 2015

Roy Keane to scout Arsenal prospect Dan Crowley for Ireland

Roy Keane will today check for himself on the form of rising star Danny Crowley when the Ireland assistant manager attends the League One fixture between Barnsley and SwindonTown.

Sun, 13 Sep, 2015

Ireland star Paul McShane signs for Reading

Reading yesterday signed Ireland defender Paul McShane on a three-year contract following his release by Hull City.

Fri, 03 Jul, 2015

Bradford happy to be underdogs again

Bradford 0 Reading 0

Mon, 09 Mar, 2015

‘Delighted’ Clarke new Reading boss

Steve Clarke has been named the new Reading manager after the Championship club moved swiftly following the sacking of Nigel Adkins.

Wed, 17 Dec, 2014

Second half storm grants Connacht a bonus point

Connacht stormed away in the second half to record a bonus-point victory over French club Bayonne at The Sportsground tonight.

Sat, 06 Dec, 2014

Saints land Long

Southampton have announced the signing of striker Shane Long from Hull.

Thu, 14 Aug, 2014

Sarries crush Clermont to reach first Heineken Cup final

Saracens 46 Clermont Auvergne 6

Sat, 26 Apr, 2014

Consortium to buy Exiles

London Irish are set to announce a takeover of the club by a group of Irish businessmen today.

Thu, 12 Dec, 2013

McDermott '100% committed' to Leeds

Leeds manager Brian McDermott has ruled himself out of the running for the vacant Republic of Ireland manager’s job.

Thu, 12 Sep, 2013

Hagan: Exit to Exiles was tough

Jamie Hagan pauses for more than five seconds, considering his answer to the question: ‘Was Michael Bent’s arrival a kick in the teeth?’

Tue, 04 Jun, 2013

Kidd stunned by Mancini exit

Manuel Pellegrini remains overwhelming favourite to become Manchester City manager following the sacking of Roberto Mancini – a move that came as a surprise to players and staff.

Wed, 15 May, 2013

City fans united in resignation

Reading 0 Man City 2

Wed, 15 May, 2013

Mancini close to sack — reports

Manchester City are reportedly set to sack manager Roberto Mancini later this week.

Mon, 13 May, 2013

Mancini set for City sack - reports

Manchester City are reportedly set to sack manager Roberto Mancini later this week.

Sun, 12 May, 2013

Redknapp's job is safe, says QPR owner

QPR have confirmed that Harry Redknapp will remain in charge next season despite the club's relegation from the Premier League.

Mon, 29 Apr, 2013

Reading and QPR relegated after stalemate

Reading 0 QPR 0

Sun, 28 Apr, 2013

Wenger: We will show respect to van Persie

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists due respect will be extended to Manchester United striker Robin van Persie when the newly-crowned champions arrive at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

Thu, 25 Apr, 2013

Rodgers not for change

Reading 0 Liverpool 0

Mon, 15 Apr, 2013

Reading's McCarthy the hero of the hour

Reading 0 Liverpool 0

Sat, 13 Apr, 2013

Clubs to decide if they hold minute's silence for Thatcher

The UK's Football Supporters’ Federation supports the decision not to have a universal minute’s silence for the late Baroness Thatcher during this weekend’s fixtures.

Wed, 10 Apr, 2013

Pochettino pleased with Southampton’s efforts

Reading 0 Southampton 2

Mon, 08 Apr, 2013

Reading look doomed after Adkins defeated by his former players

Any remaining hope Reading had of beating the drop appeared to be extinguished today as Nigel Adkins' first home match at the helm ended in defeat to former club Southampton.

Sat, 06 Apr, 2013

Saints wait on Artur and Adam

Southampton manager Mauricio Pochettino hopes to have Artur Boruc and Adam Lallana fit for tomorrow’s trip to Reading.

Fri, 05 Apr, 2013

Jessie J announces summer tour

Singer Jessie J has unveiled her first live date of the summer, months after disappointing fans by postponing her sell-out tour.

Thu, 21 Mar, 2013

Reading players put on record thanks for sacked McDermott

Reading players have come out in support of former manager Brian McDermott after Russian owner Anton Zingarevich made the decision to axe the 51-year-old yesterday.

Tue, 12 Mar, 2013

McDermott sacked by Reading

Brian McDermott has left his post as manager of Reading, the club have confirmed in a statement this afternoon.

Mon, 11 Mar, 2013

Latics’ steely edge delights Martinez

Reading 0 Wigan Athletic 3

Mon, 25 Feb, 2013