Midweek Musings
Reading’s Manager Search: Assessing The Main Candidates
Ross looks at the pros and cons of each of the current main possibilities for Reading’s next permanent gaffer.
Musings: What’s Gone Wrong With Baba Rahman?
The eye test suggests the Chelsea loanee has struggled this season, but how true is that? Ross investigates.
Midweek Musings: Lucas Joao And Intrinsic Vs Extrinsic Factors
Ross takes a deep dive into the situation of a striker who had once been a key figure for Reading, but is now enduring a rough 2022/23.
Midweek Musings: Happy Retirement, Jem Karacan
Ross fondly recalls former Royal Jem Karacan, who called time on his career this week.
Midweek Musings: Who’ll Be Reading’s Number One ‘Keeper In 2023/24?
Paul Ince will have to pick a number one for 2023/24, so who will it be? Ross takes a look.
A Playmaker Should Be Top Of Reading’s January Shopping List
As Ross explains, there’s still a John Swift-shaped hole in the Royals’ squad.
A Royal Road Trip
Allow Ross to get a little personal this week as he recounts his first trip to see Reading play in almost three years!
Musings: Why Reading Won’t Repeat Autumn 2021’s Collapse
Despite poor recent results, this season doesn’t have the same feeling as last.
What Even Is Reading’s Best Possible XI?
...and will we ever see it?
Musings: What’s Reading’s Striker Hierarchy After The International Break?
After adding Andy Carroll and Shane Long this summer, Reading went into a break with a "good problem": who starts up top when everyone is fit?
Now What? Shifting Expectations For The Season
With Reading’s hot start catching their own fans out (let alone the national press!), the boys now have a fantastic seven-day stretch in which they should show us exactly where our expectations should actually be set this season.
Baba Rahman is Baba-Back!
Any Royal still awake?
Three Positive Subplots To Watch In 2022/23
With Reading outperforming early expectations, there’s a lot to enjoy about the 2022/23 squad so far. Let’s pick out three fun storylines to follow.
A Game Plan For Kelvin Ehibhatiomham
After Ehibhatiomham's first goal in the League Cup this week, it would be a shame to not see him get his chance this season.
Midweek Musings: Three Royals Who Will Be Hoping For A Big Season
It’s a big season in Berkshire! But for some players, it may mean just a little more than others.
Midweek Musings: The Yiadom Years
Yiadom’s new contract gives us something to look forward to next season, and deserves serious respect.
Musings: Previewing Reading’s Summer Recruitment
With a seemingly better recruitment hierarchy in place, where on the pitch, and in the world, should Reading be looking for reinforcement this summer?
Musings: Three Lessons Reading Must Learn from 2021/22
In a rehash of last year’s Musings on the same topic, let’s look at the key takeaways Reading must take from this season: on and off the pitch.
Musings: Three (And A Half) Positives From Reading’s 2021/22 Season
No, really, there were positives.
Musings: How Should Reading Deploy Tom McIntyre Next Season?
McIntyre’s versatility has led to him being called upon all over the park in the past two seasons, but where would it be best for him to get a long run in the team?
Musings: What’s Reading’s Backup Plan If Lucas Joao Isn’t Available In 2022/23?
Difficult as it is to stomach, whether through injury or a sale, Reading may be forced to confront next season Joao-less. What are our options if that’s the case?
Musings: What A Difference A Year Makes
Reading have renewed momentum. They must make use of it on their second consecutive visit to Oakwell on April 2.
Musings: It’s Time For Ejaria To Get His Chance More Centrally
Ross explains why the Royals should consider using Ejaria through the middle.
Musings: Reading’s Bizarre Issue With Substitutions
With the bench being back to reasonable strength, now is the time to course correct from the repeatedly poor substitutions.
Three Changes Paul Ince Could Make To Immediately Improve Reading
If Ince can rectify glaring and repeated issues made by Veljko Paunovic, his interim reign has a chance to get off to a great start.
Who Should Replace Veljko Paunovic?
With Pauno’s exit seemingly not far off, who are the key candidates to keep an eye on?
Classic Game Spotlight: Reading 2-2 Chelsea
Revisit the night Adam Le Fondre cemented his legend as the ultimate super sub.
January Signings 2022: Where Do Reading Need Reinforcements?
While the temptation is to say "everywhere", there are key areas of Reading’s squad that must be improved before the window closes.
Até Logo Rafael! Remembering the Brazilian’s Best Games
Rafa, who left this week for Cruzeiro, proved to be a match-winner for the Royals on a fair few occasions.
There’s No Easy Answer To Reading’s Liam Moore Conundrum
A (very) deep dive into the complicated situation Reading find themselves in with their long-suffering captain.
Midweek Musings: Why Pauno Is Undeniably The Man For The Job
Pauno’s reign isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, but for Ross, the gaffer's brought passion and belief back to our club.
Midweek Musings: What’s Up With Ovie Ejaria?
Ejaria’s brace against Fulham was one of the most memorable moments of the season, but since then his stats have been in rapid decline. What’s going on?