Reading defeats Mansfield Town with five goals in league match
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 11:32 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Reading recorded a 5-0 victory against Mansfield Town on Tuesday evening. Jack Marriott opened the scoring for Reading in the 34th minute following a corner kick, which initiated an offensive surge. Benn Ward, who also contributed a goal in the 39th minute, anchored the defensive effort alongside Udoka Godwin-Malife, Jeriel Dorsett, and Joel Pereira. While Mansfield Town applied pressure during the second half, the Reading backline maintained the shutout. This result marks a successful outing for Reading as they continue their league campaign. The club is scheduled to host Blackpool this coming Saturday.
- •Reading secured a 5-0 victory over Mansfield Town.
- •Jack Marriott and Benn Ward both scored for Reading during the first half.
- •Benn Ward recorded a defensive performance noted for multiple blocks and a goal.
- •Joel Pereira made key saves to preserve the shutout.
- •Reading faces Blackpool at home on Saturday.
- 11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Reading 5-0 Mansfield Town: Five Star Royals
- 10:53 PMYahoo Sports — Reading 5-0 Mansfield Town: Player Ratings
"Jack Marriott (x2), Benn Ward, George Earthy and Jacob Brown were on the scoresheet in an empathic win for the Royals.
"Another strong showing, this time at home to Mansfield, helped Reading get up and running in the league.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 11:32 PMReading 5-0 Mansfield Town: Five Star Royals
Jack Marriott (x2), Benn Ward, George Earthy and Jacob Brown were on the scoresheet in an empathic win for the Royals.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 10:53 PMReading 5-0 Mansfield Town: Player Ratings
Another strong showing, this time at home to Mansfield, helped Reading get up and running in the league.
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