View From The Dolan
Ben's alternative take on matchday experiences at the Madejski Stadium.
View From Yesteryear: A Legendary Afternoon
Ben headed east from his usual Dolan spot for a cracking nostalgia trip on Saturday afternoon.
View From The Dolan: Ending With A Whimper
A dull game, defeat and lacklustre lap of appreciation - Saturday was a neat encapsulation of Reading's 2021/22 season.
View From The Dolan: A Mad Stad Miracle
Ben’s take on a crazy day at the SCL as Tom McIntyre AGAIN comes up with the goods late on.
View From The Dolan: Clappers And Half-Time Pints
Ben talks us through a frustrating match at the SCL which brought an end to Reading’s unbeaten run.
View From The Dolan: Opportunity Missed
Jake Cooper’s first-half goal, in front of the Dolan, was enough to condemn Reading to yet another home defeat.
View From The Dolan: A Dream Start
Ben’s take as the Paul Ince era kicks off with three points at the SCL.
View From The Dolan: An Absolute Circus
Ben’s take on a sour day at the SCL.
View From The Dolan: Another Game, Another Defeat
Ben’s take on a seven-goal thriller that continued Reading’s losing streak.
View From The Dolan: Dressed As Plastic Seats
A very empty stadium for a very empty performance.
View From The Dolan: Angry, Embarrassed And Upset, But Not Surprised
Ben’s take on a second humbling horror show for Reading in a matter of days.
View From The Dolan: Unhappy New Year
Ben’s take as Reading kick off 2022 with a performance and result reminiscent of what we saw in 2021.
View From The Dolan: A Lack Of Intensity
Ben took in a frustrating home draw for Reading from the comforts of hospitality for a change.
View From The Dolan: All Things In Perspective
Ben recaps the defeat to Sheffield United, a game overshadowed by a serious medical incident for John Fleck.
View From The Dolan: Biscuits, Fluorescent Shirts, Andy Carroll
Ben’s view as Reading wrapped up a busy week with a 1-1 draw at home to Forest.
View From The Dolan: Defeat At The Den
Ben took in a fourth straight defeat for Reading over the Sky red button.
View From The Dolan: Getting Colder, Getting Darker
Ben’s take from a chilly evening at the SCL as the Royals slip to a third successive defeat.
View From The Dolan: Behind The Scenes For Barnsley
‘View From The Dolan’ becomes ‘View From The Control Room’ for Reading’s 1-0 win over Barnsley.
View From The Dolan: A Game We Could Have Done Without
Ben’s take on Reading’s 1-0 loss at Derby, which ended a four-match unbeaten run.
View From The Dolan: The Perfect End To A Tough Week
Worries of a points deduction were decisively put to one side with a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon at the SCL.
View From The Putney End: A First-Class Reading Away Day
View From The Dolan goes on the road, and takes in a terrific afternoon in West London.
View From The Dolan: Job Done
Ben passed a late fitness test to be in attendance for a crucial Reading win over Posh at the SCL.
View From The Dolan: The Beamback Derby
Ben talks us through the matchday experience from another disappointing afternoon.
View From The Dolan: The ‘Magic’ Of Midweek
Ben talks us through the matchday experience as Bristol City run out 3-2 winners.
View From The Dolan: Three Pints, Three Points
Ben’s experience of a winning return to watching the Royals in Championship action from the Dolan.
View From The Actual Dolan: Great To Be Home
Ben relives the pre-season matchday experience as the Royals are beaten 3-0 at home to West Ham.
View From The Dolan: End Of The Road
Ben’s take on final-day disappointment as Reading blow a 2-1 lead at home to Huddersfield.
View From The Dolan: Devoured By The Canaries
Ben recaps the action at Carrow Road, which he viewed from Beale Wildlife Park.
View From The Dolan: End Of The Road
Ben’s take as Reading’s 2-2 draw isn’t enough to keep the top-six hopes alive this season.
View From The Dolan: No Conviction
Cat surgery and 90s trance music feature in Ben’s wrap-up of a poor evening for Reading at Kenilworth Road.
View From The Dolan: Dog Days
Ben’s take after Reading’s lacklustre 1-1 draw at home to Cardiff City.
View From The Dolan: A Tough One To Take
Ben’s take on a disappointing defeat to second-placed Watford, which sets up a tough finish to the season.
View From The Dolan: Easter Delight
What better way to round off the Easter weekend than with a 3-1 home win?