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Leam Richardson confident in Reading's promotion plans ahead of League One opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:48 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Leam Richardson confident in Reading's promotion plans ahead of League One opener
Summary

Reading manager Leam Richardson expressed confidence in the club's ownership to secure necessary player signings for a promotion push as the season starts. Reading will face Luton Town in their first League One match on Saturday. Owner Rob Couhig confirmed the club's intent to strengthen the squad ahead of the upcoming season. Richardson reiterated his optimism and excitement, looking forward to seeing the support from fans as the team aims to improve from a 12th-place finish last season.

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  • •Richardson trusts ownership to recruit needed players.
  • •Reading opens League One season against Luton Town on Saturday.
  • •Couhig aims for promotion and will actively pursue new signings.
  • •Richardson hopes to leverage a full preseason for better results.
  • •Reading finished 12th in League One last season.
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  • 8:48 AMYahoo Sports — Richardson has 'full faith' in Reading board
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Reading manager Leam Richardson has "full faith" in the club's ownership group to buy the players needed to mount a promotion bid.

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