Doyle denied late on as Royals held by Forest

PAUL SMITH produced a spectacular late save as relegated Reading were denied victory on their Coca-Cola Championship return by Nottingham Forest yesterday.

The hosts had controlled much of the game at the City Ground but were happy to settle for a goalless draw after Kevin Doyle’s header brought the best out of Smith 10 minutes from time.

And Smith’s brilliant effort certainly brought a wry smile to the face of his former manager Steve Coppell.