Reading falls to Brentford 2-1 in Carabao Cup matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 7:01 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Reading exited the Carabao Cup after a 2-1 defeat to Brentford on September 15. The Royals fell behind early with a goal scored by Callum Wilson in the third minute, while Fabio Carvalho doubled Brentford's lead before halftime. Paudie O’Connor managed to score for Reading in the second half, but their attempts to equalize were unsuccessful. Manager Leam Richardson expressed pride in his team's effort, despite frustrations over officiating decisions, including a disallowed goal from O’Connor. He emphasized the need to address these issues moving forward.
- •Reading lost 2-1 to Brentford in the Carabao Cup on September 15.
- •Callum Wilson scored for Brentford in the third minute.
- •Paudie O’Connor's bicycle kick was disallowed for a high boot.
- •O’Connor scored a goal for Reading in the second half.
- •Leam Richardson highlighted the need for better officiating.
- 7:01 AMYahoo Sports — Leam Richardson ‘Very Proud’ Of Players After Brentford Cup Exit
"The Royals put in a valiant effort but ultimately came up short against the top-flight Bees.
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