News Bites April 2nd & 3rd 2011
Here's a lookback on what the press was saying about the Royals over the weekend. If you're after match reports from the Portsmouth game, there's a report and list of links on our match review here
McDermott Not Getting Carried Away - TEAMTalk
Some of Brian's post match comments after the Pompy game, with some additional comments on Long's future. The gaffer says he's not worried about next season, repeating his 'next game' mantra. There's also some quotes from Pompy boss Steve Cotterill who wasn't very impressed by the referee's decision to give Reading a penalty.
Well Played Steve Cotterill - Vitalfootball Portsmouth
Bit of reaction and explanation of why it kicked off at the end of the Pompy game. Nice honest article from a Pompy POV.
McDermott - It's a big result - Reading OS
Post-match comments from the Reading manager after the game, with praise not just for Shane Long but for Brian Howard.
McDermott keeps focussed - Sky Sports
A few more post match comments, with Brian looking ahead to Preston, saying it won't be an easy game as Phil Brown has them firing.