Reading records 5-0 victory over Mansfield at SCL Stadium
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 8:54 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Reading recorded their first league win of the season on Wednesday night, defeating Mansfield Town 5-0 at the SCL Stadium. Jack Marriott scored twice, with Benn Ward, George Earthy, and Jacob Brown adding goals to secure the result. Manager Leam Richardson praised the collective performance and highlighted the team’s ability to maintain three consecutive clean sheets. Despite the significant margin of victory, Richardson noted areas for improvement regarding player positioning and tactical discipline throughout the match. The club now prepares for its upcoming weekend fixture against Blackpool. This performance marks a notable shift for the squad as they look to build consistency following earlier results this season.
- •Reading won 5-0 against Mansfield Town on Wednesday.
- •Jack Marriott scored two goals in the match.
- •Benn Ward, George Earthy, and Jacob Brown scored one goal each.
- •The win follows three successive clean sheets for Reading.
- •Reading will play Blackpool at home this weekend.
- 8:54 AMYahoo Sports — Reading Worthy Of Blackpool Win ‘By A Long Stretch’: Leam Richardson
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Leam Richardson ‘Really Pleased’ With Reading’s Heavy Mansfield Win
"Blackpool were seen off by an excellent all-round Reading performance - coming on the back of another strong showing in midweek.
"The gaffer had plenty to praise after Wednesday’s win, and wants “more of the same" when Blackpool visit at the weekend.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 8:54 AMReading Worthy Of Blackpool Win ‘By A Long Stretch’: Leam Richardson
Blackpool were seen off by an excellent all-round Reading performance - coming on the back of another strong showing in midweek.
- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 7:04 PMLeam Richardson ‘Really Pleased’ With Reading’s Heavy Mansfield Win
The gaffer had plenty to praise after Wednesday’s win, and wants “more of the same" when Blackpool visit at the weekend.
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