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by traff
08 Jan 2026 11:57
Forum: Rumours and Gossip
Topic: Ricardo Santos
Replies: 20
Views: 2517

Re: Ricardo Santos

Bolton and Swansea fans really don't appear to have a very high opinion of him.
However, the Pompey lot seemed to really rate Paddy Lame so.............
by traff
07 Jan 2026 19:34
Forum: The Team
Topic: Randell Williams confimred
Replies: 13
Views: 1278

Re: Randell Williams confimred

Good move this. Think he has done as well if not better than most of the summer signings. Hopefully LRs knowledge and contacts of players will see an up lift on the Jacobs, Lane and Burns (although last 3 games he's been decent) type signings. Maybe this Tom Pearce link and a couple of others will s...
by traff
07 Jan 2026 17:22
Forum: The Team
Topic: Savage in the hole (NSFW)
Replies: 15
Views: 1695

Re: Savage in the hole

This might go against the grain, but I’m not convinced Savage is especially progressive in a forward role. He’s got a cracking left foot and his right is serviceable, but his default too often feels sideways or backwards. While he’s capable of a good pass, he can also be wasteful in possession. To m...
by traff
06 Jan 2026 11:48
Forum: Rumours and Gossip
Topic: Rumour: Tom Pearce
Replies: 22
Views: 3207

Rumour: Tom Pearce

by traff
05 Jan 2026 08:58
Forum: Rumours and Gossip
Topic: Randell Williams and Andy Rinomhota
Replies: 49
Views: 29497

Re: Randell Williams and Andy Rinomhota

Any news on when Rhino might return? Zim are out of Afcon and I know he had some family issues to attend to. Not interested in the details (other than I hope all is resolved positively) just if we can expect him back soon? Be good to get R Williams signed up too, I think their versatility may end up...
by traff
04 Jan 2026 08:58
Forum: The Team
Topic: MATCHWATCH : Stockport County (h)
Replies: 126
Views: 11231

Re: MATCHWATCH : Stockport County (h)

Brogue How’s our undersoil heating? :?


Is that something that also requires a VPN or Firestick?
by traff
03 Jan 2026 18:08
Forum: The Team
Topic: New Owners - Redwood Watch
Replies: 525
Views: 328326

Re: New Owners - Redwood Watch

I was wondering why it's The Ding and I have a theory.... When the fans chant "reaaaaDING" it does sound a touch like the Ding. Hasn't that always been the case? and sounds more like readIN to me. Seems clear its the use of the last 4 letters just don't know why in the last couple of year...
by traff
03 Jan 2026 18:08
Forum: The Team
Topic: New Owners - Redwood Watch
Replies: 525
Views: 328326

Re: New Owners - Redwood Watch

I am a previous vintage fan and can assure you that I have only heard Ding used in the few seasons and I dislike it! In my early days it was always "The Biscuits" and I still have my blue and white rattle (remember them?) with those words painted on. I would gladly hit whoever coined the ...
by traff
03 Jan 2026 08:36
Forum: The Team
Topic: New Owners - Redwood Watch
Replies: 525
Views: 328326

Re: New Owners - Redwood Watch

New Year message from RC https://www.readingfc.co.uk/news/2026/january/02/a-new-year-message-from-chairman-rob-couhig/ Have none of his lackies told him, it is not the 'Ding.? It's fairly commonly used. You say that, and I guess over the last couple of seasons it has become more widely used. Howeve...
by traff
01 Jan 2026 17:52
Forum: The Team
Topic: MATCHWATCH : Stockport County (h)
Replies: 126
Views: 11231

Re: MATCHWATCH : Stockport County (h)

In a season where the standard of refereeing in this division rivals UK water companies for incompetence, this guy still manages to stand out. He makes Thames Water look positively accomplished and professional. After the Wimbledon match, I’d hoped we’d never see him again. Frankly, we’d be better o...
by traff
30 Dec 2025 21:47
Forum: Rumours and Gossip
Topic: Finlay Burns
Replies: 14
Views: 5123

Re: Finlay Burns

Hope this is not due to loan fees not being paid. Pure speculation but coincidental in line with sudden question marks around other financial queries that have just emerged.
Hopefully all BS but really do not need any more financial ambiguities
by traff
30 Dec 2025 10:27
Forum: The Team
Topic: MATCHWATCH : Burton Albion (h)
Replies: 144
Views: 12350

Re: MATCHWATCH : Burton Albion (h)

And we beat Blackpool 3 0! :wink:
by traff
29 Dec 2025 19:31
Forum: The Team
Topic: MATCHWATCH : Peterborough United (a)
Replies: 142
Views: 23355

Re: MATCHWATCH : Peterborough United (a)

Greasy surface, posh quick up front. Two oil tankers in central defence. Oh well at least the car park was only £3 :cry:
by traff
28 Dec 2025 13:45
Forum: The Team
Topic: Ex Royals (No not prince Andrew)
Replies: 4523
Views: 5163735

Re: Ex Royals

Mid Sussex Royal Andy Carroll facing possible prison sentence after being charged for breaching a non-molestation order (Telegraph).


always had a decent Expected Gaol record
by traff
28 Dec 2025 09:48
Forum: The Team
Topic: Favourite Reading game?
Replies: 45
Views: 6486

Re: Favourite Reading game?

Reading 0 Arsenal 2 Fred May Testimonial 2/10/74. My first game Reading 5 Tranmere 0 Robin. Enough said! Reading 7 Barnsley 0 Sat 2 rows in front of Michael Parkinson Reading 4 Plymouth 3 Reading 4 Luton 1 How can anyone omit this one! Reading 2 Bolton 1 21/4/1995 Tranmere 1 Reading 3 14/5/1995 Rea...
by traff
27 Dec 2025 17:10
Forum: The Team
Topic: MATCHWATCH : Peterborough United (a)
Replies: 142
Views: 23355

Re: MATCHWATCH : Peterborough United (a)

AthleticoSpizz
Royals and Racers Sadly match isn’t on the SKY Red button.
nor is it playing on “Saturday 29th” :?


Which night is bin night this week?
by traff
21 Dec 2025 13:27
Forum: The Team
Topic: 40 years ago today...
Replies: 14
Views: 3765

Re: 40 years ago today...

Wonderful day. There were certainly not 8500 still there at the end . South Bank felt half empty although obviously more packed towards the Tilehurst end. Has to be my favourite match ever
by traff
20 Dec 2025 13:17
Forum: The Team
Topic: Reading hit with winding-up petition by former chief executive
Replies: 83
Views: 16396

Re: Reading hit with winding-up petition by former chief executive

windermereROYAL Let`s be real, this is some guy owed a few quid, not a large organisation that is owed several millions. a storm in a teacup. sod all to be concerned about.


Or a storm in a shot glass
by traff
18 Dec 2025 19:22
Forum: The Team
Topic: MATCHWATCH : Luton Town (h)
Replies: 204
Views: 31675

Re: MATCHWATCH : Luton Town (h)

hughsies no.1 Can see why many will stay away this evening, have never felt more unmotivated to go to a game that I have paid for (ST).

Hoping the team prove me wrong - but it is just dross being served up.

And for that reason... sofa for me.

Ditto
by traff
18 Dec 2025 10:44
Forum: The Team
Topic: Joe Jacobson - Liability or Asset ?
Replies: 24
Views: 4564

Re: Joe Jacobson - Liability or Asset ?

In fairness, there are many facets to the role, and it’s clear he’s trying to get a handle on all aspects of the club. I even heard him doing some of the stadium substitute announcements back in September. While there’s definitely room for improvement, he did OK for a first attempt. If he applies th...
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