The pre-season picture: What we have learnt so far
29.07.26, 19:03 Updated 01.08.26, 09:52 4 Minute Read
Anthony Tomas
The last month has seen a steady number of converts to the church of Leam Richardson-ball, or at fewer people willing to burn the institution to the ground. Though it has mostly come against opposition of limited quality in pre-season, Reading have shown real promise, especially in attacking areas, despite attempting to integrate new signings, give minutes to youngsters and fill in where necessary to cover for far too many injuries.
With four friendlies down, two to go, and an EFL Cup first round meeting to come before the League One campaign gets underway, The Biscuit takes a look at what we have learnt about this Royals side so far.
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Anthony Tomas Anthony Tomas has been supporting Reading since he was first taken to Elm Park in 1997 and has worked as a sports writer for five years. He covers European football for Flashscore and has written for World Soccer Magazine and MUNDIAL, but owes it all to writing Reading Handball Club's match reports in the Reading Chronicle many years ago.