Tag: Reading FC

Stack: Leadership played a huge part in Arsenal’s shock result

Former Arsenal and Reading goalkeeper Graham Stake believes that leadership, or lack thereof, was why the Gunners lost 2-1 to Watford on Saturday.

England players to be questioned over Mark Sampson’s racism allegations

The FA appointed barrister in charge of the inquiry into Mark Sampson's racism allegations, Katharine Newton, is allegedly set to interview three England players who are said to be key witnesses to the case.

Who is in action for Arsenal this weekend? Youth, women, loanees and more

Ahead of the weekend we're bringing you a comprehensive timetable for everything Arsenal related, from the first-team to the youth side, the women and the loanees.

Chris Gunter: Rambo unfazed by criticism

Wales international, Chris Gunter,has defended Aaron Ramsey following the 26-year-old's display against Liverpool before the break.
Arsenal youth

Arsenal U23’s to take part in Premier League International Cup for the first time

Arsenal U23's are set to take part in the Premier League International Cup for the first time this season.

Vito Mannone set to join Reading

Former Arsenal keeper Vito Mannone is set to join Reading.

Reading wonder if Arsenal have stolen their anthem

Forget Arsene Wenger's future, whether Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez are staying, and Alisher Usmanov's potential takeover, we have more pressing matters at hand: have Arsenal stolen Reading FC's anthem?

Aaron Ramsey not bothered by Arsenal fan criticism says teammate

Aaron Ramsey's Wales teammate, Chris Gunter, believes that the midfielder doesn't let fan criticism to get to him because he has nothing to prove.
Nathan Tella

Report: Reading close to completing deal to sign winger Nathan Tella

Nathan Tella is closing in on a move to Championship side Reading, according to reports.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 67: The start of the long goodbye

Stephen is joined by Paul to discuss the wins over Reading and Sunderland, and look forward to games against Ludogorets and Spurs. They also wonder...
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 25: Maitland-Niles got forward where possible and was effective on the ball in midfield with Reading's backline always a step or two behind him. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Maitland-Niles aims to cement first team spot

Ainsley Maitland-Niles revealed that he's full of confidence after coming off the pitch following Arsenal's 2-0 win against Reading in the EFL Cup.

Watch: Jeff Reine-Adelaide’s personal highlights v Reading

Jeff Reine-Adelaide played 66 minutes for Arsenal against Reading on the EFL Cup.

Jenks’ first team return in pictures

There weren't many people more thrilled that Carl Jenkinson got his first Arsenal start in almost 900 days than the player himself.

Player focus: Ainsley Maitland-Niles makes step towards senior squad v Reading

Ainsley Maitland-Niles was rewarded after an encouraging display in the previous round against Nottingham Forest with a further starting berth, this time alongside Mohamed Elneny in central midfield as Arsenal hosted Reading in their EFL Cup tie.

Four things we learned from Arsenal’s win over Reading

Arsenal beat Reading on Tuesday night to progress to the next round of the EFL Cup but what did we learn?

Arsenal player ratings: Ox shines as Young Guns beat Reading

Just like all the previous meetings between these teams, Arsenal won against Reading.

Player focus – Jenko makes solid return from injury against Reading

Carl Jenkinson made his senior return for Arsenal after being sidelined for the best part of nine months.
Lucas Perez

Player focus – Why Lucas’ Reading performance proves Wenger right

Arsene Wenger recently spoke about how Lucas has potential but needs to transfer what he does in training onto the pitch and Arsenal's match against Reading proved this.

Arsenal’s Young Guns get job done against resilient Reading – with videos

Reading had their chances but it was Arsenal's Young Guns who ran the show during Tuesday night's EFL Cup clash.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 66: Debuchy’s private cell

Matthew is joined on our Arsenal podcast this week by Helen and Anita to discuss Xhaka's ban, the Ludogorets goal-fest, the opposite vs Middlesbrough and look forward to the League Cup
Lucas Perez

Wenger – This is what Lucas needs to do against Reading

Arsene Wenger believes that if Lucas Perez can transfer what he's doing in training sessions onto the pitch, his chances of improving and growing in confidence are higher.

Match Preview: Arsenal vs Reading – Ready for a Royal rumble?

After a frustrating goalless draw at the weekend, it's Cup competition time once more for Arsène Wenger's Arsenal.

Everything Arsenal fans need to know about Reading

Arsenal welcome Reading to the Emirates tonight for the EFL Cup game which should see wholesale changes to the Arsenal lineup. Here’s everything you need to know about the Royals ahead of the game
Arsenal predicted lineup

Arsenal predicted XI v Reading – 10 changes from side that drew against Boro

Arsenal are expected to change almost their entire starting XI for the game against Reading on Tuesday night but should still field a team strong enough to defeat Jaap Stam’s men.
Olivier Giroud

Arsenal get timely injury boost ahead of Reading game

Arsene Wenger revealed that Olivier Giroud could return to action on Tuesday from the toe injury that has kept him sidelined for the past five games.

Maitland-Niles to start for Arsenal against Reading on Tuesday

Ainsley Maitlaind-Niles is set to start for Arsenal against Reading in the EFL Cup on Tuesday night according to Jeorge Bird.
Arsenal youth

Arsenal u18s suffer heavy away defeat against Reading

Kwame Ampadu's side were comprehensively beaten 5-1 away at Reading, and finished the match with ten men after a late dismissal to compound their misery even further.

Reading activate additional allocation for cup tie as Arsenal offer bargain tickets

Reading have found demand so high for their EFL Cup tie against Arsenal at the end of October that they have activated their additional allowance, almost doubling the number of fans they will bring with them to Ashburton Grove.

Tickets for Arsenal v Reading in EFL Cup available for £5 – £20

Arsenal and Reading fans will pay just £10 or £20 (or £5/£10 if under 16 or over 65) for the EFL cup game on 25 October.
Glen Kamara

No truth to Arsenal-Reading loan rumours

There seems to be no truth to the rumour that Arsenal’s youngster, Glen Kamara, is set to join Reading on loan this season, although a loan does seem to be in his immediate future.
Chris Willock

Quick watch: Arsenal youngsters lose to Reading as new Premier League 2 kicks off

Arsenal u23s got their new season off to a poor start, losing 2-0 to Reading on Friday night.

Reading star hoping to use Arsenal inspiration to beat Crystal Palace

Ola John is hoping that his obsession with Arsenal when he was growing up will help him when he faces Crystal Palace in the...

Iwobi and Gnabry could head to the Championship – reports

As we go through January, there will be a lot of talk about Arsenal and who the club are targeting. Mohamed Elneny looks likely to...

Arsenal legend targeted for manager’s role – report

Arsenal legend Dennis Bergkamp is reportedly being targeted for the vacant manager's job at Reading. The Royals are in the Championship but, according to the Mirror,...

The Reality Gap

Younger readers may need to Google him, but comedian and writer Ben Elton used to talk about something called the "reality gap". It's the gap...

Alexis saves Arsenal: Player ratings v Reading

That was lucky. We began the first half with a few encouraging balls over top and early corners but were playing a bit flat. In general,...

Reading manager ups the stakes ahead of semi final

Before a match, it's not usual for a manager to act as if his side is guaranteed a win. Certainly, if your side is struggling...

Anything other than a win is unthinkable: Reading predictions

Wembley! Wembley! We're the famous Arsenal, and we're going to Wembley! In addition to our extensive pre-match coverage of the game, we've gotten our writers...

Opposition preview: Reading

Arsenal face Reading at Wembley knowing that, should they win, they will be just 90 minutes away from becoming the greatest team the FA...

Arsenal on a Royal hiding to nothing

Arsenal at Wembley is a sight I would not mind getting very, very used to. Having said that, I do hope it isn’t always as...