Reading wins five of six in summer friendlies ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 10:11 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Reading's senior team concluded their summer preparations with a strong performance, winning five of six friendlies from early July to early August. They lost only once and scored 12 goals while conceding two. Manager Leam Richardson is credited with improving the team's tactics and energy compared to last season. Injuries affected some players, particularly Jack Marriott, who had a disrupted pre-season due to injury but is expected to return for upcoming matches.
- •Reading played six friendlies, winning five and losing one.
- •Leam Richardson's coaching has led to noticeable tactical improvements.
- •The team scored 12 goals and conceded only two in pre-season.
- •Jack Marriott is expected to return for upcoming matches.
- •Injuries at left-back created challenges, but key players are now fit.
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