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Noel Hunt Pleased With Reading’s ‘Really Good’ Northampton Display

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 14h

"We created most of the chances and I thought we controlled the game for large spells. We nullified their threats and defended really well."

#ReadingFC

The Royals got back to winning ways with a 1-0 victory over the Cobblers.

Reading 1-0 Northampton Town: Player Ratings

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

RATINGS: Good evenings from O'Connor, Savage and Ehibhatiomhan key in tonight's narrow #readingfc win over Northampton.

See what @webberross.bsky.social made of the rest of the Royals in here:

Ross analyses a gritty, effective Reading showing against the Cobblers.

Reading 1-0 Northampton Town: Job Done

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The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

"It was far from pretty but Reading got a deserved win at the SCL to complete a duo of much-improved performances over the past few games."

✍️ @tomh1871.bsky.social / #ReadingFC

Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan’s second-half goal handed the Royals a vital win at the SCL over the Cobblers.

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

(2/2)

But overall, inconsistent, and this wasn't a performance that built on the attacking promise on Saturday

Still, the most important job - win - was done. And with a clean sheet too!

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

Full time, 1-0 Reading!

Odd game to sum up

#ReadingFC definitely deserving of the win, but to a large extent that was because of how poor Northampton were

Some moments of quality, including for the goal: a really nice cross from Lane and header from Ehibhatiomhan

(1/2)

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

Half time, 0-0

#ReadingFC the better side, created some chances/half chances, but overall an inconsistent 45.

Opposition Lowdown: Kevin Nolan’s Northampton Town

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

Your #readingfc matchday squad tonight...

Williams and Elliott return, but there's no Marriott...

Stevens;
Abrefa, O'Connor, Williams, Jacob;
Wing, Savage;
Ritchie, Elliott, Lane;
Ehibhatiomhan

Subs: Norcott, Yiadom, Burns, Dorsett, Kyerewaa, Doyle, O'Mahony

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The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

OPPO: Everything you need to know about a Northampton Town side enjoying a slightly better season than the last two years.

#ReadingFC

Reading return home to Berkshire with a Tuesday game under the SCL lights against Northampton Town. Join us as we take a closer look at the opposition.

The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 436: Podcast Bros

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

🎧 Episode 436 of the pod is in your feeds right now!

@mrblthomas.bsky.social and @webberross.bsky.social chew over #ReadingFC's loss at Cardiff, and have plenty to say on Paddy Lane, Noel Hunt, Ben Elliott and lots, lots more besides.

This week’s pod dives deep into what went right and wrong for the Royals in Saturday’s 2-1 defeat at Cardiff.

Reading vs Northampton Town: 2025/26 Match Preview

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 1d

⚽️ It's matchday!

Three points are a must tonight, against Northampton Town, in the first of two consecutive league home games for #ReadingFC.

@rhyswhite72.bsky.social has your preview.

Can the Royals build on Saturday’s improvements and get three points tonight?

Noel Hunt: Balance Of Coverage And The Case For Continuity

Reposted by The Tilehurst End

Ross Webber @webberross.bsky.social · 2d

I do recommend reading James' article on TTE today!

I obviously have some pretty strong feelings about the football #readingfc are playing that put me in the opposite camp but this piece is well reasoned.

Even when I don't fully agree, I think James raises some valid points

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 2d

OPINION: A long read from James Clyde on the importance of balanced coverage about Noel Hunt, and some broader context on why now's not the time for a change in the #ReadingFC dugout.

Guest writer James shares his take on coverage of Noel Hunt (both in social media and on TTE), and explains why the manager should be kept on.

Noel Hunt: Balance Of Coverage And The Case For Continuity

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 2d

OPINION: A long read from James Clyde on the importance of balanced coverage about Noel Hunt, and some broader context on why now's not the time for a change in the #ReadingFC dugout.

Guest writer James shares his take on coverage of Noel Hunt (both in social media and on TTE), and explains why the manager should be kept on.

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 3d

Episode 436 is on the horizon! Let us know your questions/thoughts on literally anything #readingfc related.

Was the Cardiff performance a sign of better things to come? How important are the next two games?

The Weekly Bobbins: Reading’s Repeatable Fragility

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 3d

"If Noel Hunt is to raise his stock among the faithful, he has to coach the repeatable fragility out of this side. He must sharpen their defensive awareness, teach them to stop danger before it starts."

#ReadingFC

Bobbins delves into the familiar defensive errors that undermined a brighter attacking display in South Wales.

Reading The ‘Better Team By Far’ Against Cardiff City: Noel Hunt

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 3d

"I thought we were better team by far, and they are top of the league. We have to do that week in and week out: put in that performance and create those chances."

#ReadingFC

All the latest news and analysis about Reading FC of the Championship

Cardiff City 2-1 Reading: Much More Like It

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The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

"It's gutting and a harsh reflection on Reading's efforts that this game ended in defeat. No, the Royals weren't perfect, but they were definitely good enough for a deserved win."

✍️ @simfrombucks.bsky.social / #ReadingFC

Lewis Wing’s first-half opener was cancelled out by goals from Omari Kellyman and Yousef Salech after the break.

Cardiff City 2-1 Reading: Player Ratings

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

RATINGS: @webberross.bsky.social analyses a mixed-bag showing from #ReadingFC that included a lot of promise, but also too many mistakes.

The Royals were much better going forwards, but mistakes at both ends of the pitch meant they went home empty handed.

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

(2/2)

So, so much better going forwards and created enough good chances to win that.

Best indication yet that there's a good side in there. But, of course, we have to show that more regularly and get the details right.

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

Full time, 2-1 Cardiff

Can't have any complaints about the result when we concede so easily and don't take our chances, but the scoreline doesn't reflect #ReadingFC's overall performance

(1/2)

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

HT, 0-1!

Much, much better from #ReadingFC. Way more intensity and cohesion, looking good in and out of possession.

- Limited Cardiff really well, bar scrambling the ball off the line at 0-1

- Looked sharper going forwards and had a few strong spells

- Fantastic hit from Wingy 💙

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

Here's how #ReadingFC line up today...

No Joel Pereira due to injury 🤕

Stevens;
Abrefa, Burns, O'Connor, Dorsett;
Wing, Savage;
Ritchie, Doyle, Lane;
Marriott

Subs: Norcott, Yiadom, Jacob, Elliott, Kyerewaa, Ehibhatiomhan, O'Mahony

Opposition Lowdown: Brian Barry-Murphy’s Cardiff City

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

OPPO: Steven has an in-depth look at this afternoon's hosts, Cardiff City, who've had a strong start to the season overall under Brian Barry-Murphy, helped by a former #ReadingFC player at the back.

Reading take on Cardiff City in the Welsh capital this Saturday. Join us as we take a closer look at the opposition.

Cardiff City vs Reading: 2025/26 Match Preview

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The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 4d

⚽️ It's matchday!

Can #ReadingFC keep the unbeaten run going this afternoon? It'll be a tough game in South Wales, up against promotion hopefuls Cardiff City.

@rhyswhite72.bsky.social has your preview.

The Royals head west for a tricky game in the Welsh capital.

Stability And Patience: Why Reading Should Stick With Noel Hunt

The Tilehurst End @thetilehurstend.bsky.social · 5d

"For now, and certainly for the next couple of months, he deserves the chance to steer the ship to mid-table, which I’m confident he will do."

TTE debutant Matthew Hamilton makes the case for #ReadingFC sticking with Noel Hunt.

TTE debutant Matthew Hamilton outlines the case for the Royals sticking with the man in the dugout.