51 Reading Fc Best Players of All Time

Reading Football Club is a proud and historic team that has been a part of the English Football League since its establishment in 1871.

Based in Reading, Berkshire, the team currently plays in the Championship, the second tier of the English football league system.

Under the leadership of manager Paul Ince, The Royals, as they are otherwise known, have been striving to achieve promotion to the Premier League and to bring success to the loyal supporters of Reading FC.

1. Alex Pearce

Career

• 2001–2006: Reading
• 2006–2015: Reading
• 2007:  Northampton Town (loan)
• 2007–2008:  AFC Bournemouth (loan)
• 2008:  Norwich City (loan)
• 2008:  Southampton (loan)
• 2015–2019: Derby County
• 2016:  Bristol City (loan)
• 2019:  Millwall (loan)
• 2019–2022: Millwall
• 2022: AFC Wimbledon
• 2006–2007: Scotland U19
• 2008: Scotland U21
• 2012: Republic of Ireland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:00, 8 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17

Alex Pearce is a professional footballer who currently plays for AFC Wimbledon. Alex Pearce was born in 1988 in England and started his career at Reading before joining AFC Wimbledon in 2014.

Alex Pearce has played over 150 games for both club and country, scoring 10 goals along the way. 

The defender is known for his leadership abilities on the pitch as well as his defensive prowess; he has been named captain of both Reading and AFC Wimbledon several times during his career.

Alex Pearce will be 34 years old at the end of this season, which means he is coming to the end of an impressive playing career that has seen him play internationally for England and represent clubs such as Aston Villa and Derby County among others Pearce was born in Derby, England on 9th February 1988.

Pearce started his career at Reading before moving to Northampton Town and then AFC Bournemouth. Pearce moved to Norwich City in 2008 where he made 111 appearances over two seasons before joining Southampton in 2009. 

Pearce spent three years with Southampton before signing for Derby County in 2013 where he has since made 48 appearances scoring 3 goals.

In 2019, Pearce joined Millwall on a season-long loan deal and has so far played 11 times for the Lions conceding just 0 goals.

Also Played For: republic of ireland football team, afc wimbledon

2. Lucas João

Career

• 2007–2011: Beira Mar Almada
• 2011–2012: Nacional
• 2012–2015: Nacional
• 2012–2013: → Mirandela (loan)
• 2015–2019: Sheffield Wednesday
• 2017: → Blackburn Rovers (loan)
• 2019–: Reading
• 2013: Portugal U20
• 2013: Portugal U21
• 2016: Portugal U23
• 2015: Portugal
• 2022–: Angola
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:02, 27 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14

Lucas João is a 29-year-old Portuguese forward who currently plays for Reading. Lucas started his career with Beira Mar Almada before moving to Nacional in 2011.

In 2012, he joined Premier League side Fulham on loan and made 11 appearances during the season. After returning to Fulham in 2013, he was loaned out again to Championship club Reading until the end of the 2014–15 season where he scored 10 goals in 48 appearances.

He joined Reading permanently in January 2016 and has since played 86 times for them scoring 24 goals making him their top scorer for the 2016/17 season so far.[3] Lucas has represented Portugal at under-19, under-21 and senior level.

Lucas João is a Portuguese footballer who plays for Championship club Reading.

Lucas João began his career with Nacional, before joining Sheffield Wednesday in 2012 and then Blackburn Rovers on loan in 2017. He made his Portugal debut in 2013 and has since played at U20, U21, and U23 levels. 

In October 2018, he was called up to the senior squad for their upcoming UEFA Nations League match against Albania but did not make an appearance.

Lucas João is predominantly a midfielder but can also play as a winger or forward.

Also Played For: sheffield wednesday f.c, angola national football team

3. Andy Rinomhota

Career

• –2014: AFC Portchester
• 2015–2018: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2014–2015: AFC Portchester: 30: (10)
• 2018–2022: Reading: 125: (3)
• 2022–: Cardiff City: 26: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 09:56, 16 July 2018 (UTC)

Andy Rinomhota is a professional footballer who plays for Cardiff City. He is a midfielder and is 25 years old. Rinomhota was born in Leeds, England on 21 April 1997.

He started playing football at the age of seven and progressed through the ranks at various clubs in England. He made his professional debut for Cardiff City in a Premier League match against Fulham on 30 August 2017.

Rinomhota has represented England at various youth levels and has also played for the nation's under-21 team. He is a versatile player who can operate as a defensive midfielder, or in a more advanced role. Rinomhota is the son of former Zimbabwe international footballer, Andy Rinomhota.

He is married and has two children. Rinomhota is a regular member of the Wales under-21 team. Rinomhota made his Reading debut in the 2015/16 season and has since gone on to make 125 appearances for the club. He has represented Wales at the youth level and has also played for the national team.

Rinomhota is known for his hardworking style, which has seen him become a key part of Reading's squad. He is contracted to Cardiff City until 2022 and is expected to be a key player for the Welsh side. Rinomhota is a highly-rated player and is expected to play a major role for Reading in the future.

He is a popular figure with his teammates and is respected for his hard work and dedication. Rinomhota is a versatile player, able to play in several positions across the midfield. He is a popular figure with the Reading fans and has been a mainstay on the side over the past few years. 

Rinomhota is a talented player and is expected to continue to develop and improve over the coming years.

Also Played For: cardiff city f.c

4. Andy Yiadom

Career

• 2008–2010: Watford
• 2010–2011: Hayes & Yeading United
• 2011–2012: Braintree Town
• 2012–2016: Barnet
• 2016–2018: Barnsley
• 2018: Reading
• 2014–2015: England C
• 2017: Ghana
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:39, 5 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Yiadom started his career at Reading, where he made his first-team debut in 2010. In 2016, Yiadom signed for Championship side Barnsley. Yiadom made 25 appearances for Barnsley in all competitions in 2018, helping the club to promotion to the Premier League.

Yiadom is a regular for Reading in the Premier League, and has made 5 appearances in total for the club. 

Yiadom has represented England at youth level, and is expected to make his debut for the senior side in the near future. Andy Yiadom is a dedicated and hard-working footballer, who is always looking to give his best for his club.

Yiadom is a versatile defender, who can play either at right back or midfield. Andy Yiadom is a valuable member of the Reading squad, and is expected to continue playing for the club in the Premier League. 

Yiadom is an excellent defender, and is currently one of the best right backs in the Premier League.

Also Played For: ghana soccer team

5. Gylfi Sigurðsson

Midfielder

Career

• 2002: FH
• 2003–2005: Breiðablik
• 2005–2008: Reading
• 2008–2010: Reading
• 2008: Shrewsbury Town (loan)
• 2009: Crewe Alexandra (loan)
• 2010–2012: 1899 Hoffenheim
• 2012: Swansea City (loan)
• 2012–2014: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2014–2017: Swansea City
• 2017–2022: Everton
• 2005: Iceland U17
• 2006–2007: Iceland U19
• 2007–2011: Iceland U21
• 2010–2020: Iceland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:27, 23 May 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19

Gylfi Sigurðsson is a 33-year-old Icelandic footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for English club Reading. Gylfi started his career at local side FH before moving to Breiðablik in 2005.

In 2008, Gylfi signed for Reading and has since made over 200 appearances for the club. Gylfi has represented Iceland at international level on multiple occasions, most notably at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Gylfi is a versatile player who can play in a number of different positions. Gylfi is rumoured to be a target for a number of top European clubs in the summer transfer window. Gylfi is a popular player amongst Reading supporters and is widely considered to be one of the club's most valuable players.

Gylfi is an aggressive midfielder who is known for his hard work off the pitch as well. Gylfi is a popular figure in the Icelandic community and is well-known for his charitable work.

Also Played For: swansea city a.f.c, iceland national football team

6. Jobi McAnuff

Midfielder

Career

• 2000: Wimbledon
• 2000–2004: Wimbledon
• 2004: West Ham United
• 2004–2005: Cardiff City
• 2005–2007: Crystal Palace
• 2007–2009: Watford
• 2009–2014: Reading
• 2014–2016: Leyton Orient
• 2016–2017: Stevenage
• 2017–2021: Leyton Orient
• 2002–2016: Jamaica
• 2021: Leyton Orient (interim)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Jobi McAnuff is a midfielder who played for Reading in the English Premier League in 2013. McAnuff was born in Edmonton, England in 1981. McAnuff started his career at Wimbledon in 2000.

He played 96 games for Wimbledon over the course of three seasons. McAnuff joined Reading in 2013 and has since played 54 games for the team. McAnuff is a regular for the England national team and has played over 100 games for his country.

McAnuff is known for his strong passing ability and is often described as a "playmaker". McAnuff has two sons and is married. 

McAnuff is a devout Christian and often speaks about his faith in interviews. Jobi McAnuff is a former Jamaican international footballer who has played for clubs in the UK and Jamaica.

After starting his career at Reading, McAnuff moved on to Crystal Palace, Cardiff City, Watford, and finally Stevenage. 

McAnuff has made over 700 appearances in the English football league, making him one of the most experienced players in the league. He has also represented Jamaica at international level, and has scored 32 goals in total.

McAnuff is currently the manager of Leyton Orient, and he has led the club to the third tier of English football. He has also been a part of the Jamaican national team coaching staff. 

McAnuff is a highly respected figure in the English football league, and is often credited with helping to revive the careers of some of the league's young players.

He is also a popular figure with supporters, and is well-known for his colourful personality and sense of humour. McAnuff is a legend in the English football league, and is widely considered to be one of the greatest players of his generation.

Also Played For: leyton orient f.c

7. Kevin Doyle

Forward

Career

• 2002: St Patrick's Athletic
• 2002–2003: St Patrick's Athletic
• 2003–2005: Cork City
• 2005–2009: Reading
• 2009–2015: Wolverhampton Wanderers
• 2014: Queens Park Rangers (loan)
• 2014–2015: Crystal Palace (loan)
• 2015–2017: Colorado Rapids
• 2002–2005: Republic of Ireland U21
• 2006–2017: Republic of Ireland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Doyle began his career with Wexford prior to moving to Europe to play for St. Patrick's Athletic. Doyle spent six seasons with the Irish club, scoring 47 goals in 184 appearances.

Doyle moved to the United States in 2009 and played for Colorado Rapids and then Sporting Kansas City. Doyle was named MVP of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2012 with Sporting Kansas City.

Doyle returned to Ireland in 2016 and signed with Cork City. Doyle signed with Dundalk in January 2018. Doyle has made over 200 appearances for Ireland and was part of the side that reached the 2016 European Championships.

Doyle has represented his country at the Confederations Cup, World Cup and European Championships. 

Doyle is currently with Dundalk and is the club's top scorer with 10 goals. Doyle began his professional career at St Patrick's Athletic in 2002.

He joined Cork City in 2003 and helped the team win the League of Ireland in 2005. He had a successful spell at Reading, where he won the FA Cup in 2007 and the League Championship in 2009. 

Doyle moved to Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2009 and helped the team win the Premier League in 2013 and the League Cup in 2014.

He then joined Queens Park Rangers on loan in 2014 and helped the team win the Championship in 2015. Doyle then signed with Colorado Rapids in 2017. Doyle has made 90 appearances for the Republic of Ireland, scoring 14 goals. 

He has been a regular for the Republic of Ireland at the international level and was part of the team that won the World Cup in 2002. Doyle is currently with Colorado Rapids and is their captain.

Also Played For: wolverhampton wanderers f.c

8. Adam Le Fondre

Forward

Career

• 2004: Stockport County
• 2004–2007: Stockport County
• 2007: Rochdale (loan)
• 2007–2009: Rochdale
• 2009–2011: Rotherham United
• 2011–2014: Reading
• 2014–2017: Cardiff City
• 2015: Bolton Wanderers (loan)
• 2015–2016: Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
• 2016–2017: Wigan Athletic (loan)
• 2017: Bolton Wanderers (loan)
• 2017–2018: Bolton Wanderers
• 2018: Sydney FC
• 2020–2021: Mumbai City (loan)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:03, 26 May 2022 (UTC)

Glenville Adam James Le Fondre was born on December 2nd, 1986 in Stockport, England. Le Fondre started his career as a youth player with Stockport County and made his professional debut in 2004.

He signed for Sydney FC in January of this year and has quickly made a name for himself as one of the best strikers in the A-League. 

Le Fondre has scored 33 goals in 87 appearances for Sydney FC and is looking to help the club win their first A-League title.

Le Fondre is a powerful striker who is known for his excellent finishing ability. He is a key member of the Sydney FC squad and is likely to continue playing in the A-League for many years to come. 

Le Fondre is a popular figure with the Sydney FC fans and is highly respected by his peers. Glenville Adam James Le Fondre is married and has two children. He is a talented footballer who has achieved success both in the A-League and internationally.

Also Played For: sydney fc, rotherham united f.c

9. Shane Long

Forward

Career

• 1994–2002: Borris St. Kevins
• 2002–2004: St. Michael's
• 2004–2005: Cork City
• 2005: Cork City
• 2005–2011: Reading
• 2011–2014: West Bromwich Albion
• 2014: Hull City
• 2014–2022: Southampton
• 2021: AFC Bournemouth (loan)
• 2022: Reading
• 2005–2006: Republic of Ireland U19
• 2006: Republic of Ireland U21
• 2007: Republic of Ireland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:39, 4 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Shane Long is a forward for Reading and has been with the club since 2004. Long has represented the Republic of Ireland at under-21 and senior level. He has scored 34 goals in 134 appearances for Reading.

Long has been described as "one of the most talented players in the Premier League".[4] Long is a fan favourite at Reading and was named the club's Player of the Year in 2013. Long is married with two children.

Long is a member of the Irish national team and played at the 2014 World Cup. Shane Long is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for Premier League club Southampton and the Republic of Ireland national team.

Long began his career at Cork City before moving to Reading in 2005. He spent four seasons at Reading before joining West Bromwich Albion in 2011. He spent two seasons at West Bromwich Albion before joining Hull City in 2014.

He joined Southampton in 2015 and has since made 198 appearances for the club. Long has represented the Republic of Ireland at various youth levels, including the U19 and U21 teams. He made his senior debut in 2006 and has since played 88 international games.

Long is known for his powerful striking ability and has scored 44 goals in 174 appearances for Reading, West Bromwich Albion, and Hull City. Long has been a regular for Southampton since joining the club in 2015 and has helped the team win the League Cup and the EFL Cup.

He is also a regular for the Republic of Ireland national team. Long is known for his hardworking attitude and his ability to create chances for his team. He is a key player for Southampton and the Republic of Ireland national team. Long is contracted to Southampton until 2022 and is expected to be a key player for the club for seasons to come.

Long is a powerful striker with a good goal-scoring record. He is a consistent scorer for Southampton and the Republic of Ireland national team.

10. Martin Butler

Career

• 1993: Walsall
• 1993–1997: Walsall
• 1997–2000: Cambridge United
• 2000–2003: Reading
• 2003–2006: Rotherham United
• 2006–2008: Walsall
• 2007: Grimsby Town (loan)
• 2008: Grimsby Town
• 2009: Burton Albion
• 2009: Worcester City
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Martin Butler is a former English professional footballer who played as a striker. Butler started his career at Walsall in 1993, and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club.

He had a short stint at Birmingham City in 2001, before moving to Sheffield United the following year. Butler spent six years at United, scoring 36 goals in all competitions. He moved to Reading in 2006, and spent three years at the club before retiring in 2010.

Butler has since worked as a football coach. He made his international debut for England in 2002, and has since won over 50 caps. Butler was part of the England team that reached the semi-finals of the 2006 World Cup. He is currently the head coach of Worcester City.

Martin Butler was born on November 21st, 1983 in Walsall, West Midlands, England. He started his career at local side Walsall, where he made 74 appearances and scored 8 goals. 

He then moved to Cambridge United, where he made 104 appearances and scored 41 goals. He then signed for Reading in 2003, where he made 103 appearances and scored 32 goals.

He then signed for Rotherham United in 2006, where he made 97 appearances and scored 28 goals. He then signed for Walsall in 2007, where he made 44 appearances and scored 11 goals. 

He then signed for Grimsby Town in 2008, where he made 16 appearances and scored 5 goals. He then signed for Burton Albion in 2009, where he made 12 appearances and scored 2 goals.

He then signed for Worcester City in 2009, where he made 0 appearances.

Also Played For: walsall fc

11. Rafael Cabral

Goalkeeper

Career

• 2003–2010: Santos
• 2010–2013: Santos
• 2013–2018: Napoli
• 2018–2019: Sampdoria
• 2019–2022: Reading
• 2022: Cruzeiro
• 2012: Brazil Olympic
• 2012: Brazil
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 September 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 9 June 2012

Rafael Cabral is a Brazilian goalkeeper who currently plays for Cruzeiro. Rafael Cabral made his professional debut with Cruzeiro in 2009 and has since played over 200 matches for the club.

Rafael Cabral has represented Brazil at youth level and made two appearances for the senior team. Rafael Cabral is known for his clean sheet record and his ability to make saves in difficult situations.

Rafael Cabral is contracted to Cruzeiro until 2020. Rafael Cabral is a regular member of the Brazil national team and has made several appearances for his country. 

Rafael Cabral is one of the most highly-rated goalkeepers in Brazil and is considered one of the best in the world.

Rafael Cabral is married and has two children. Rafael Cabral is a goalkeeper who is known for his ability to make saves in difficult situations.

Also Played For: santos fc

12. Ovie Ejaria

Midfielder

Career

• 2005–2014: Arsenal
• 2014–2016: Liverpool
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2016–2020: Liverpool: 2: (0)
• 2018: → Sunderland (loan): 11: (1)
• 2018: → Rangers (loan): 14: (1)
• 2019–2020: → Reading (loan): 52: (4)
• 2020–: Reading: 52: (5)
• 2016–2017: England U20[4]: 7: (2)
• 2018: England U21[5]: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 January 2022 (UTC)

Ovie Ejaria is a 25-year-old central midfielder who plays for Reading in the Premier League. Ovie Ejaria was born in Southwark, England, on November 18, 1997.

Ovie Ejaria is 6 feet tall and weighs around 112 pounds. Ovie Ejaria started his career at Chelsea, but was loaned out to Reading in 2016. Ovie Ejaria made his Premier League debut for Reading in a 2-1 victory over Huddersfield Town on September 23, 2018.

Ovie Ejaria is a central midfielder who typically plays as a deep-lying midfielder or in the defensive midfield role. Ovie Ejaria is known for his ability to play long balls and create chances for his team-mates. Ovie Ejaria has represented England at youth levels, and is currently a regular for the England U21 team.

Ovie Ejaria is contracted to Reading until 2020.

13. Graeme Murty

Defender

Career

• : Middlesbrough
• 1991–1993: York City
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1993–1998: York City: 117: (7)
• 1998–2009: Reading: 306: (2)
• 2009: → Charlton Athletic (loan): 8: (0)
• 2009–2010: Southampton: 6: (0)
• Total: : 437: (9)
• 2004–2007: Scotland: 4: (0)
• 2017: Rangers (caretaker)
• 2017–2018: Rangers
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Graeme Murty is a former defender who played for Middlesbrough and York City. Murty was born in Saltburn, England in 1974. Murty started his career at Middlesbrough in 1991.

Murty was a key player for Middlesbrough during their successful period in the late 1990s. Murty moved to York City in 1993. Murty was a regular for York City during their time in the Football League.

Murty retired from football in 2004. Murty has since worked as a coach at Middlesbrough and York City. Murty is currently the assistant manager at Reading. Graeme Murty is a former midfielder and captain of Reading.

He was appointed manager of Rangers in December 2017. Murty played for York City, Reading, Southampton, and Rangers during his career. Murty captained Reading for two seasons and won the League Two title in 2009. Murty was appointed manager of Rangers on a caretaker basis in December 2017 after previous manager Pedro Caixinha was sacked.

Murty led Rangers to the Scottish League Cup final in 2018, but they lost to Celtic. Murty is a Scottish international and played for his country in four appearances between 2004 and 2007. Murty is scheduled to take over as manager of Rangers permanently in the summer of 2018.

14. Dave Kitson

Career

• –1998: Hitchin Town
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1998–2000: Hitchin Town: 2: (0)
• 2000–2001: Arlesey Town: :
• 2001–2003: Cambridge United: 102: (40)
• 2003–2008: Reading: 135: (54)
• 2008–2010: Stoke City: 34: (3)
• 2009: → Reading (loan): 10: (2)
• 2009: → Middlesbrough (loan): 6: (3)
• 2010–2012: Portsmouth: 68: (12)
• 2012–2013: Sheffield United: 33: (11)
• 2013–2014: Oxford United: 32: (4)
• 2014–2015: Arlesey Town: 0: (0)
• Total: : 420: (129)
• 2014–2015: Arlesey Town (player-assistant manager)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Kitson began his career at Hitchin Town and made his debut in 1998. He went on to play for Huddersfield Town, Reading and Sheffield United before joining Leeds United in January 2014.

He has made over 200 appearances in the English Premier League and helped Reading win the Championship in 2008. He joined Leeds United on a free transfer in January 2014. He made his debut for Leeds United in a 1-1 draw against Birmingham City on 9 January 2014.

He played his final game for Leeds United in a 3-2 victory against Fulham on 11 May 2014. He joined Sheffield United on a free transfer in January 2016. He made his debut for Sheffield United in a 2-1 victory over Rotherham United on 10 January 2016. He was released by Sheffield United in May 2017.

* denotes current club Dave Kitson played for a number of clubs in his career, most notably Reading and Cambridge United. He made his debut for Reading in 2000 and went on to score 102 goals for the club over a ten-year period. Kitson moved to Cambridge United in 2003 and helped the club win promotion to the Premier League.

He signed for Stoke City in 2008 and spent two seasons with the club. Kitson then joined Reading on a loan in 2009, before returning to Stoke the following year. He moved to Middlesbrough on a loan in 2009, before joining Reading permanently in 2010. Kitson then left Reading for Sheffield United in 2013. He signed for Oxford United in 2014, before leaving the club for Arlesey Town in 2015.

Kitson retired from playing in 2015 and now works as a player-assistant manager.

15. Stephen Hunt

Midfielder

Career

• –1999: Crystal Palace
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1999–2001: Crystal Palace: 3: (0)
• 2001–2005: Brentford: 135: (25)
• 2005–2009: Reading: 155: (17)
• 2009–2010: Hull City: 27: (6)
• 2010–2013: Wolverhampton Wanderers: 56: (7)
• 2013–2015: Ipswich Town: 40: (0)
• 2016: Coventry City: 5: (0)
• Total: : 421: (55)
• 2000: Republic of Ireland U21: 1: (0)
• 2007–2012: Republic of Ireland: 39: (1)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Stephen Hunt is a Republic of Ireland winger who has played for Crystal Palace and Liverpool. He made his senior debut for Crystal Palace in 1999, and went on to make over 150 appearances for the club.

He joined Liverpool in 2005, and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. He has been a regular for Ireland since making his debut in 2005, and has scored over 20 goals for his country. He played in the UEFA Euro 2012 qualifying campaign, scoring two goals in six matches.

He is currently a free agent, and has been linked with a move to Premier League side Everton. Stephen Hunt is a very skillful winger, who is capable of scoring goals from distance. He is a hard-working player, who is always looking to take the ball to the by-line and score goals. He is a versatile player, able to play in either the attacking or defensive midfield positions.

16. Phil Parkinson

Midfielder

Career

• : Southampton
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1985–1988: Southampton: 0: (0)
• 1988–1992: Bury: 145: (5)
• 1992–2003: Reading: 361: (20)
• Total: : 506: (25)
• 2003–2006: Colchester United
• 2006: Hull City
• 2008–2011: Charlton Athletic
• 2011–2016: Bradford City
• 2016–2019: Bolton Wanderers
• 2019–2020: Sunderland
• 2021–: Wrexham
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Phil Parkinson is a former English footballer who played as a midfielder. He started his career at Southampton, where he made over 200 appearances in a nine-year spell.

He then moved to Wrexham, where he played for six seasons and won the League Two play-off trophy in 2013. After leaving Wrexham, Parkinson became manager of the club in December 2016.

He has also had managerial stints at non-league side Alfreton Town and Morecambe. He has been capped 25 times by England, and was a member of the squad that won the 1998 World Cup. He announced his retirement from professional football in December 2017.

Parkinson is married with two children. He is a football commentator for BBC Radio Lancashire. Phil Parkinson was born on 2nd September, 1973 in Colchester, Essex. He started his managerial career at Colchester United in 2003, where he led the club to the League Two title in his first season.

He then moved on to Hull City, where he helped the club win promotion to the Premier League in his first season. He then left Hull to take charge of Charlton Athletic, where he was successful in leading the club to the Championship title in his first season. He then moved on to Bradford City, where he led the club to the League One title in his first season.

He then left Bradford to take charge of Bolton Wanderers, where he led the club to the Championship playoffs in his first season. He then left Bolton to take charge of Sunderland, where he is currently in charge. He has also been appointed manager of Wrexham in 2019. He has made a total of 505 appearances and 25 goals as a manager in his career.

17. Jordan Obita

Midfielder

Career

• 2001–2010: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2010–2020: Reading: 163: (5)
• 2012: → Barnet (loan): 5: (0)
• 2012: → Gillingham (loan): 6: (3)
• 2012: → Portsmouth (loan): 8: (1)
• 2013: → Oldham Athletic (loan): 8: (0)
• 2020–2021: Oxford United: 12: (1)
• 2021–: Wycombe Wanderers: 50: (5)
• 2010: England U18: 1: (1)
• 2011: England U19: 6: (0)
• 2014: England U20: 2: (1)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:17, 7 May 2022 (UTC)

Jordan Obita was born on December 8th 1993 in Oxford, England. He started his youth career with Reading before moving to Wycombe Wanderers in 2010. Jordan Obita has played left back and winger for Wycombe Wanderers.

He has made 23 appearances for Wycombe Wanderers in the English Premier League and Championship. Jordan Obita has represented England at youth international level. Jordan Obita is a left back and winger who is contracted to Wycombe Wanderers until the end of the 2019-20 season.

Jordan Obita is a promising young player who has the potential to develop into a top talent in the Premier League. Jordan Obita is a hard working player who is always looking to contribute to the Wycombe Wanderers team. Jordan Obita is a popular player with the Wycombe Wanderers supporters.

18. Adam Federici

Goalkeeper

Career

• : Huskisson Seagulls
• : NSWIS
• 2002: AIS
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2003: Wolverhampton Wanderers: 0: (0)
• 2003–2004: Torres: 5: (0)
• 2005–2015: Reading: 209: (1)
• 2005: → Maidenhead United (loan): 15: (0)
• 2005–2006: → Northwood (loan): 4: (0)
• 2005–2006: → Carshalton Athletic (loan): 25: (0)
• 2006: → Bristol City (loan): 0: (0)
• 2008: → Southend United (loan): 10: (0)
• 2015–2018: AFC Bournemouth: 8: (0)
• 2017: → Nottingham Forest (loan): 0: (0)
• 2018–2020: Stoke City: 8: (0)
• 2020–2021: Macarthur FC: 28: (0)
• Total: : 312: (1)
• 2004–2005: Australia U20: 5: (0)
• 2008: Australia U23: 5: (0)
• 2010–2016: Australia: 16: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Adam Federici is an Australian goalkeeper who has played for Wolverhampton Wanderers, Sydney FC, and Melbourne Victory in the English Premier League. Federici was born on 31 January 1985 in Nowra, New South Wales.

Federici made his professional debut for Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2003 and has played for them ever since. Federici has also played for Sydney FC and Melbourne Victory in the English Premier League. Federici is a goalkeeper and has represented Australia at international level.

Federici is married and has two children. Federici is a devout Christian and volunteer for various charity events. Federici is in his fourth season as the captain of Melbourne Victory. Federici is a member of the Australian national team and has been capped 20 times. Adam Federici is a goalkeeper who has played for Reading, Torres and Bournemouth.

Federici is a regular for Australia, playing 16 times for the national side. He made his Reading debut in 2004 and has since played for Torres, Bournemouth and Stoke City. Federici became a regular for Australia in 2010, and played at the 2012 Olympics. He is a hard-working goalkeeper who is known for his shot-stopping skills. Federici is a shot-stopper who is known for his consistency.

Federici is a goalkeeper who is known for his leadership skills. He is a goalkeeper who is known for his bravery. Federici is a goalkeeper who is known for his toughness.

19. Ívar Ingimarsson

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1995–1997: Valur: 44: (5)
• 1998–1999: ÍBV: 36: (5)
• 1999: → Torquay United (loan): 4: (1)
• 1999–2002: Brentford: 113: (10)
• 2002–2003: Wolverhampton Wanderers: 13: (2)
• 2003: → Brighton & Hove Albion (loan): 15: (0)
• 2003–2011: Reading: 251: (11)
• 2011–2012: Ipswich Town: 8: (0)
• Total: : 484: (34)
• 1993–1994: Iceland U17: 16: (2)
• 1995–1996: Iceland U19: 11: (2)
• 1996–1999: Iceland U21: 14: (0)
• 1998–2007: Iceland: 30: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ingimarsson was born on 20 August 1977 in Reykjavík, Iceland. Ingimarsson started his career with Valur in 1995. He played for them for four years before joining IBV in 1998.

Ingimarsson made his Reading debut in 1998. He played 36 games for the club before retiring in 1999. Ingimarsson made one appearance for the Iceland national team in 1998. Ingimarsson is currently the manager of Icelandic club Keflavík.

Ingimarsson is a centre back. Ingimarsson is married and has two children. Ingimarsson is a football analyst for Icelandic channel RUV. Ingimarsson is a fan of Manchester United. Ingimarsson began his career at Icelandic side ÍGK Reykjavík in 1993.

He moved to Brentford in 1999 and went on to make 113 appearances for the club, scoring 10 goals. Ingimarsson joined Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2002 and made 13 appearances for the club before joining Brighton & Hove Albion in 2003 on a loan. He made his Reading debut in 2003 and went on to make 251 appearances for the club, scoring 11 goals.

Ingimarsson was capped 26 times by Iceland and made his international debut in 1993. He retired from international football in 2007 after playing 30 matches for Iceland. Ingimarsson joined Ipswich Town in 2011 and made 8 appearances for the club before retiring from football in 2012. He has since been involved in coaching and is currently the head coach of Icelandic side ÍBV.

20. James Harper

Career

• 1994–2000: Arsenal
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2000–2001: Arsenal: 0: (0)
• 2000–2001: → Cardiff City (loan): 3: (0)
• 2001–2010: Reading: 312: (25)
• 2009–2010: → Sheffield United (loan): 21: (3)
• 2010: Sheffield United: 13: (1)
• 2010–2012: Hull City: 29: (1)
• 2012: → Wycombe Wanderers (loan): 5: (0)
• 2012–2014: Doncaster Rovers: 27: (0)
• 2014: Barnet: 6: (0)
• 2014–2016: Basingstoke Town: 53: (0)
• 2016: Hayes & Yeading United: 15: (1)
• 2016: Hungerford Town: 1: (0)
• 2016–2017: Metropolitan Police: 5: (0)
• 2017: Hendon: 14: (0)
• 2018: Gosport Borough: 10: (0)
• 2018: Walton Casuals: 5: (1)
• 2018–2019: Gosport Borough: 5: (0)
• 2019: Hendon: 0: (0)
• 2019–2020: Uxbridge: 9: (1)
• 2021: Windsor: 0: (0)
• 2021–: Ascot United: 8: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:54, 30 March 2022 (UTC)

James Harper was born in Chelmsford, Essex, England in 1980. Harper started his career at Arsenal, playing for the club from 1994-2000. Harper then moved to Cardiff City on a loan in 2000, and stayed with the Welsh side until 2001.

Harper then signed with Reading in 2001 and continued to play for the side until 2010. Harper has played for a number of different clubs in his career, including Arsenal, Cardiff City, Reading, Hull City, and Ascot United. Harper is currently a midfielder with Ascot United.

Harper has been a regular for Ascot in the English National League, and has made over 312 appearances in total. Harper has also represented England at various levels, including under-21s and senior level. Harper is a regular member of the England national team and has made over 25 appearances for the side.

21. Shaka Hislop

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1987–1991: Howard Bison: :
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1992–1995: Reading: 104: (0)
• 1995–1998: Newcastle United: 53: (0)
• 1998–2002: West Ham United: 105: (0)
• 2002–2005: Portsmouth: 93: (0)
• 2005–2006: West Ham United: 16: (0)
• 2006–2007: FC Dallas: 10: (0)
• Total: : 381: (0)
• 1998: England U21: 1: (0)
• 1999–2006: Trinidad and Tobago: 26: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Shaka Hislop is a goalkeeper who played for several teams in his career. Shaka Hislop was born in Hackney, London, England in 1969. Shaka Hislop first played for Howard Bison in 1987 and he played for them until 1991.

Shaka Hislop then played for several other teams, including Crystal Palace, Leeds United, and Southampton. Shaka Hislop retired from playing in 2006. Shaka Hislop has been a goalkeeper coach since 2007 and he has also worked as a television commentator.

Shaka Hislop is married and he has two children. Shaka Hislop is a former English international and he was capped 58 times. Shaka Hislop was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2014. Shaka Hislop was born on September 10th, 1978 in Trinidad and Tobago.

He played professional football in England with Reading and Newcastle United before moving to the United States to play with West Ham United. His international career saw him play for England U21s and Trinidad and Tobago. He retired from professional football in 2006 and now works as a football commentator.

Shaka Hislop is one of the most decorated footballers of his generation, having won five trophies in England and one in the United States. He is currently the assistant coach of Trinidad and Tobago national team. Shaka Hislop is a gifted footballer and one of the most successful players of his generation. He is a legend in his home country Trinidad and Tobago and is highly respected worldwide.

He is a charismatic and talented player who was able to win many trophies during his career. He will be remembered as one of the greatest footballers of his generation. Shaka Hislop is a true footballing legend and one of the greatest players of his generation. He is a well-respected figure in the sport and will be remembered for his achievements for many years to come.

22. Ali Al-Habsi

Goalkeeper

Career

• 1998–2002: Al-Mudhaibi
• 2002–2003: Al-Nasr
• 2003–2006: Lyn Oslo
• 2006–2011: Bolton Wanderers
• 2010–2011: Wigan Athletic (loan)
• 2011–2015: Wigan Athletic
• 2014: Brighton & Hove Albion (loan)
• 2015–2017: Reading
• 2017–2019: Al-Hilal
• 2019–2020: West Bromwich Albion
• 2001–2019: Oman
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ali Al-Habsi is a goalkeeper who has played for several teams in his career. He started his career with Al-Mudhaibi in Oman before moving to Reading in the UK.

Al-Habsi went on to play for several other teams in Europe, including Valencia and AZ Alkmaar. He has also played for Saudi Arabia and Oman. Al-Habsi is currently a goalkeeper for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

Ali Al-Habsi is a member of the Oman national team. He has made appearances at the World Cup, the Asian Cup, and the Gulf Cup. Ali Al-Habsi is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. He is a popular figure in the Oman football community.

Ali Al-Habsi is a Omani international goalkeeper who has played for clubs in Oman and England. He began his career with Al-Nasr, before joining Lyn Oslo in 2006. 

He spent two seasons with Bolton Wanderers before joining Wigan Athletic in 2010. He joined Reading in 2014 and spent two seasons with them before joining Al-Hilal in 2017.

He has played 136 times for Oman and won the Gulf Cup in 2017. He joined West Bromwich Albion in 2019 but has not made an appearance for them.

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23. Liam Moore

Defender

Career

• : Leicester City
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2011–2016: Leicester City: 59: (1)
• 2011: → Bradford City (loan): 17: (0)
• 2013: → Brentford (loan): 7: (0)
• 2015: → Brentford (loan): 3: (0)
• 2015–2016: → Bristol City (loan): 10: (0)
• 2016–: Reading: 216: (8)
• 2022: → Stoke City (loan): 4: (0)
• 2009: England U17: 3: (0)
• 2014: England U20: 4: (0)
• 2012–2015: England U21: 10: (1)
• 2021–: Jamaica[3]: 9: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:45, 19 March 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 07:40, 17 November 2021 (UTC)

Moore was born in Loughborough, England in January 1993. Moore started his career with Leicester City, making his first-team debut in 2011. Moore was part of the Leicester City team that won the 2015-16 Premier League.

Moore joined Reading in the summer of 2017. Moore has represented England at youth levels. Moore is currently a member of Reading's first team. Moore is a centre-back. Moore has represented England at under-21 levels. Moore is a defender.

Liam Moore is a versatile defender who has played for several clubs in England. Moore has had a successful international career, playing for England U21s and Jamaica. Moore is known for his consistent defending and attacking play. Moore is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at both center back and fullback.

Moore is a strong and physical defender who is able to clear the ball well. Moore is a versatile defender who can play in a number of positions. Moore is a hard worker who is dedicated to his football career. Moore is a talented defender who is able to contribute offensively. Moore is a versatile defender who is capable of playing in a number of positions.

24. Tom Holmes

Career

• 2008–2017: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2017–: Reading: 99: (1)
• 2019–2020: → KSV Roeselare (loan): 11: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:51, 4 February 2023 (UTC)

Tom Holmes is a young defender who has been playing for Chelsea since the age of 16. Tom Holmes is known for his strong defensive play and is often called upon to help keep the defensive side of the Chelsea team clean.

Tom Holmes has been a regular in the Chelsea first-team since he was 16 and has made a number of appearances in the EFL Cup and Europa League. Tom Holmes is a young player with a lot of potential and is likely to continue to improve in the years to come.

Tom Holmes is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at both centre-back and right-back. Tom Holmes is a hard-working defender who is always looking to do his best for Chelsea. Tom Holmes is a local lad who has developed into a good player at Chelsea.

Tom Holmes is a talented defender who is well worth watching in the future.

25. Andy Carroll

Forward

Career

• –2006: Newcastle United
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2006–2011: Newcastle United: 80: (31)
• 2007–2008: → Preston North End (loan): 11: (1)
• 2011–2013: Liverpool: 44: (6)
• 2012–2013: → West Ham United (loan): 24: (7)
• 2013–2019: West Ham United: 102: (26)
• 2019–2021: Newcastle United: 37: (1)
• 2021–2022: Reading: 8: (2)
• 2022: West Bromwich Albion: 15: (3)
• 2022–: Reading: 20: (5)
• 2007–2008: England U19: 8: (5)
• 2009–2010: England U21: 5: (3)
• 2010–2012: England: 9: (2)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 06:39, 18 February 2023 (UTC)

Andy Carroll was born in Gateshead, England in 1989. He started his career with Newcastle United before moving to Liverpool in a £35 million deal in January 2012.

Carroll has scored over 100 goals in his career and has been a regular for both Liverpool and Reading. Carroll has been capped by England at youth level and has made one appearance for the senior side.

Carroll is a striker and is known for his powerful shots and fast pace. Carroll is a regular for Reading in the English Premier League and is expected to help the team make a return to the top of the table.

Carroll is a popular player with both his fans and teammates and has been praised for his hard work and determination. Carroll is currently in his 12th season with Reading and is expected to continue playing for the team for many years to come.

Carroll is a popular figure in the area and has been involved in several charitable projects.

26. Yakou Méïté

Forward

Career

• 2009–2014: Paris Saint-Germain
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2013–2016: Paris Saint-Germain B: 45: (8)
• 2015–2016: Paris Saint-Germain: 1: (0)
• 2016–: Reading: 151: (41)
• 2017–2018: → Sochaux (loan): 31: (3)
• 2013: Ivory Coast U17: 5: (1)
• 2015: Ivory Coast U20: 4: (0)
• 2017–: Ivory Coast U23: 1: (0)
• 2018–: Ivory Coast: 2: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 13 October 2019

Yakou Méïté was born on 11 February 1996 in Paris, France. He began his career at Paris Saint-Germain, before joining Reading in the English Premier League in January 2019.

Méïté is a winger or striker, and is 1.85 m tall. He made his professional debut for PSG in the 2014–15 season, and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. Méïté has represented France at youth level, and made his international debut in March 2018.

He is a key player for Reading, and is contracted to the club until the end of the 2020–21 season. Méïté has been described as an "outstanding player with great potential". Yakou Méïté is a 27 year old defender who is currently playing for Sochaux in the French Ligue 1.

Méïté has played for PSG and Reading in England, and has also spent time on loan at Sochaux. Méïté has made 41 appearances for Reading since joining the club in the summer of 2017, and has been a big part of the side’s defence. Méïté has played for the Ivory Coast at U23 level, and has also represented his country at U17 and U20 level.

Méïté is a versatile defender, who is capable of playing at centre back or on the left side of defence. Méïté is a hard-working player, who is always looking to put in a solid performance for Reading. Méïté is a popular figure among the Reading supporters, and he is a key part of the side’s plans for the future. Méïté is a key member of the Ivory Coast national team, and he is hoping to represent his country at the World Cup in Russia this year.

27. Robin Friday

Career

• 1965–1966: Queens Park Rangers
• 1966–1967: Chelsea
• 1968–1969: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1971: Walthamstow Avenue: 0: (0)
• 1971–1973: Hayes: 67: (39)
• 1973: Enfield: 3: (1)
• 1973–1974: Hayes: :
• 1974–1976: Reading: 121: (46)
• 1976–1977: Cardiff City: 21: (6)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Robin Friday was an English professional footballer who played as a forward. Friday played for Reading and Fulham in the Football League, and also had spells in the Italian and Spanish leagues.

Friday died in 1990 at the age of 38 after a long battle with cancer. Friday was a versatile forward, who was known for his pace and skill on the ball. Friday is considered one of the most talented British footballers of his era.

Friday is commemorated with a statue at Elm Park, Reading. Friday's death was a tragic loss to the football community. Robin Friday was born in the UK on October 5th, 1965. Friday started his career with Queens Park Rangers in the 1965-1966 season.

He then moved to Chelsea in 1966-1967. He played for Reading in 1968-1969 and Cardiff City in 1976-1977. Friday retired from professional football in 1977. He then started coaching. Friday has also worked as a scout for several clubs. He is currently the head coach of non-league side Northwood.

Friday is known for his leadership qualities and has been described as a "tactical mastermind."

28. Darren Caskey

Career

• –1992: Tottenham Hotspur
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1992–1996: Tottenham Hotspur: 32: (4)
• 1995: → Watford (loan): 6: (1)
• 1996–2001: Reading: 201: (35)
• 2001–2004: Notts County: 114: (10)
• 2004: Bristol City: 0: (0)
• 2004: Hornchurch: 15: (6)
• 2004–2005: Peterborough United: 4: (0)
• 2005: Bath City: 1: (0)
• 2005: Havant & Waterlooville: 6: (0)
• 2005: Virginia Beach Mariners: :
• 2006: Rushden & Diamonds: 18: (1)
• 2006–2008: Kettering Town: :
• 2007–2008: → Halesowen Town (loan): :
• 2008–2009: Halesowen Town: :
• 2009–2010: Ilkeston Town: :
• 2011–2012: Ilkeston: 20: (7)
• 2014–2015: Gateshead: 0: (0)
• Total: : 417: (64)
• 1993: England U18: 6: (1)
• 1992–1993: England U19: 9: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Darren Caskey is a 48-year-old English midfielder who played for Tottenham Hotspur and Reading in his youth career. He joined Watford on loan in 2001 and played six games for the club before returning to Reading.

In 2004, he signed for Notts County, where he played 114 games and scored 10 goals. He retired from professional football in 2007 and later played for York City. Caskey has represented England at youth level and is currently a member of the national team's coaching staff.

He is married and has two children. Caskey is currently the head coach of the York City youth team. He is a member of the Football Association's coaching staff and was appointed assistant manager of the England U19 team in November 2018. Caskey is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder, or winger.

29. Marcus Hahnemann

Goalkeeper

Career

• 1990–1993: Seattle Pacific Falcons
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1994–1996: Seattle Sounders: 65: (0)
• 1997–1999: Colorado Rapids: 66: (0)
• 1999–2002: Fulham: 2: (0)
• 2001: → Rochdale (loan): 5: (0)
• 2001–2002: → Reading (loan): 6: (0)
• 2002–2009: Reading: 276: (0)
• 2009–2011: Wolverhampton Wanderers: 40: (0)
• 2011–2012: Everton: 0: (0)
• 2012–2014: Seattle Sounders FC: 4: (0)
• Total: : 463: (0)
• 1994–2011: United States: 9: (0)

Marcus Hahnemann is a goalkeeper who has played in the US Soccer league system for many years. Hahnemann made his professional debut in 1994 with Seattle Sounders.

He went on to play for Colorado Rapids, Fulham, and Rochdale before retiring in 2002. Hahnemann was a regular fixture in the Sounders side during their run to the MLS Cup in 1996.

He also played in the US Open Cup and CONCACAF Champions League. Hahnemann was named goalkeeper of the year in the US Soccer league system in 1997. He spent time on loan with Fulham in 2001.

Hahnemann retired from professional football in 2002 to focus on his career in coaching. He is the head coach of the Seattle Sounders' U-16 and U-18 sides. Hahnemann was born in Seattle and raised in the Seattle suburb of Redmond.

Hahnemann is married with two children.

30. Nicky Shorey

Defender

Career

• 1998–1999: Leyton Orient
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1999–2001: Leyton Orient: 15: (0)
• 2001–2008: Reading: 267: (12)
• 2008–2010: Aston Villa: 24: (0)
• 2009–2010: → Nottingham Forest (loan): 9: (0)
• 2010: → Fulham (loan): 9: (0)
• 2010–2012: West Bromwich Albion: 53: (0)
• 2012–2013: Reading: 17: (0)
• 2013–2014: Bristol City: 14: (0)
• 2014–2015: Portsmouth: 41: (0)
• 2015: Pune City: 14: (0)
• 2016: Colchester United: 15: (0)
• 2016: Hungerford Town: 3: (0)
• Total: : 481: (12)
• 2007: England B: 1: (0)
• 2007: England: 2: (0)
• 2018: Wingate & Finchley
• 2019: Reading (Academy Lead Scout)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Nicky Shorey was born on 19 February 1981 in Romford, England. Shorey played for Leyton Orient in his youth, before joining Reading in 2001. Shorey was signed by Aston Villa in 2008, and made 24 appearances for the club.

Shorey was released by Aston Villa at the end of the 2010 season. Shorey has since played for clubs such as Notts County and Plymouth Argyle. Shorey has been capped at England U21 level. Shorey is currently playing for Notts County.

Shorey has made over 267 appearances in his career. Shorey is considered a good defender and midfielder. Nicky Shorey is a former professional footballer who played as a defender. Shorey started his career at Nottingham Forest where he made 9 appearances and scored 0 goals.

He then moved to Fulham on loan where he made 9 appearances and scored 0 goals. Shorey then spent two seasons with West Bromwich Albion, making 53 appearances and scoring 0 goals. In 2013, he joined Reading, where he made 17 appearances and scored 0 goals. He then spent two seasons with Bristol City, making 14 appearances and scoring 0 goals.

In 2015, he joined Portsmouth where he made 41 appearances and scored 0 goals. He then joined Pune City in 2016 where he made 14 appearances and scored 0 goals. He then joined Hungerford Town in 2018 where he made 3 appearances and scored 0 goals. Shorey retired from professional football in 2018 and was appointed the Academy Lead Scout at Reading.

31. Tom McIntyre

Defender

Career

• 2008–2016: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2016–: Reading: 86: (6)
• 2014–2015: Scotland U17: 8: (0)
• 2018: Scotland U20: 1: (0)
• 2018–2020: Scotland U21: 3: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 30 March 2021 (UTC)

Tom McIntyre is a defender who currently plays for Reading. Tom McIntyre was born in Reading, England in 1998. Tom McIntyre is 1.85 m tall and has played for Reading since 2016.

Tom McIntyre is known for his defensive play and is a regular for Reading's first team. Tom McIntyre is a young defender with a lot of potential and is likely to continue developing in the future.

Tom McIntyre made his senior debut for Reading in the 2016/17 season. McIntyre is a midfielder and has played for Reading since 2008. McIntyre has represented Scotland at youth level. McIntyre has been called up to the Scotland U21 squad.

McIntyre is looking to make an impact for Reading in the upcoming season. McIntyre is hoping to progress his career and continue to play for Reading.

32. Danny Williams

Midfielder

Career

• 1998–2004: Karlsruher SC
• 2004–2008: SC Freiburg
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2008–2011: SC Freiburg II: 60: (4)
• 2010–2011: SC Freiburg: 14: (0)
• 2011–2013: 1899 Hoffenheim: 45: (1)
• 2013–2017: Reading: 135: (13)
• 2017–2019: Huddersfield Town: 25: (0)
• 2019–2020: Pafos: 11: (0)
• 2005: Germany U15: 3: (1)
• 2011–2017: United States: 23: (2)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of May 18, 2020, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of November 14, 2017

Danny Williams is a German-born footballer who has played professionally in the Bundesliga and the Premier League. Williams started his career at Karlsruhe SC, before moving to SC Freiburg in 2004.

He spent six seasons with Freiburg before joining Queens Park Rangers in 2011. Williams made his QPR debut in the 2011–12 season, and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club. He was loaned to Birmingham City in 2015, before returning to QPR in 2016.

Williams played in all of QPR's games in the 2016–17 season, as the club were relegated to the Championship. He left QPR in May 2017, and has since played for Swindon Town, Sheffield United, and Reading. Williams has represented Germany at youth level, and made his debut for the senior side in 2012.

He has made eight appearances for Germany, and was part of the squad that won the Confederations Cup in 2017. Williams has been described as a "tackler-midfielder", and is known for his stamina and leadership qualities. Williams is married to his wife, Courtney, and the couple have two children. Williams is a fan of Karlsruhe SC, and is known for his charitable work with the club.

Williams is a regular visitor to Karlsruhe, and is a fans' favourite.

33. Mick Gooding

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1978–1979: Bishop Auckland: :
• 1979–1982: Rotherham United: 102: (10)
• 1982–1983: Chesterfield: 12: (0)
• 1983–1987: Rotherham United: 156: (33)
• 1987–1988: Peterborough United: 47: (21)
• 1988–1989: Wolverhampton Wanderers: 44: (4)
• 1989–1997: Reading: 314: (26)
• 1998–1999: Southend United: 25: (0)
• 1994–1997: Reading
• 1999: Southend United
• 2000: Southend United
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Mick Gooding is a retired English footballer who played as a midfielder. Gooding began his career at Bishop Auckland, before joining Rotherham United in 1979.

He spent 10 seasons with the club, winning promotion to the Football League in 1983. Gooding made his debut for England in a 1978 World Cup qualifier against Wales, and later represented his country at the 1982 World Cup.

He retired from football in 1992. After retiring from football, Gooding worked as a television pundit. He has also written a book about his life in football. Gooding was appointed an OBE in the 2010 Queen's Birthday Honours for services to football.

Gooding was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, in 1959. He has two children. Mick Gooding passed away at the age of 63 on 12 January 2016, following a long battle with cancer.

34. Trevor Senior

Career

• : Dorchester Town
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1981: Dorchester Town: :
• 1981–1983: Portsmouth: 11: (2)
• 1982–1983: → Aldershot (loan): 10: (7)
• 1983–1987: Reading: 164: (102)
• 1987–1988: Watford: 24: (1)
• 1988: Middlesbrough: 10: (2)
• 1988–1992: Reading: 137: (51)
• 1992–1993: Woking: 31: (11)
• 1993: Dorchester Town: :
• 1993–1994: Farnborough Town: :
• 1995–1996: Farnborough Town: :
• 1995: Weymouth
• ?–2000: Bridport
• 2001: Bashley
• 2001–2006: Bridgwater Town
• 2009–2016: Bridport
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Trevor Senior is a former English footballer who played as a striker. After playing for Dorchester Town, Portsmouth, and Aldershot, Senior became an assistant manager at Dorchester Town.

Trevor Senior is well known for his goal-scoring ability, and he is the all-time leading goalscorer for Dorchester Town. Trevor Senior is also a former England national football team player, and he made his international debut in 1982.

Trevor Senior is considered to be one of the best strikers in the history of English football. Trevor Senior is a former member of the England national football team, and he played in the 1982 World Cup. Trevor Senior is also a former member of the Portsmouth team that won the FA Cup in 1983.

Trevor Senior was born on 28 November 1961, and he is 61 years old as of 2019. Trevor Senior is a former professional footballer who played as a striker for Dorchester Town, Portsmouth, and Aldershot.

35. Mikele Leigertwood

Midfielder

Career

• : Wimbledon
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2001–2004: Wimbledon: 56: (2)
• 2001–2002: → Leyton Orient (loan): 8: (0)
• 2004–2006: Crystal Palace: 59: (1)
• 2006–2007: Sheffield United: 21: (0)
• 2007–2011: Queens Park Rangers: 131: (12)
• 2010–2011: → Reading (loan): 22: (1)
• 2011–2014: Reading: 75: (6)
• Total: : 372: (22)
• 2008–2012: Antigua and Barbuda: 11: (1)
• 2021: Antigua and Barbuda (assistant coach)
• 2021–: Antigua and Barbuda
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Mikele Leigertwood is a former English footballer who played for Reading in the Premiership. Leigertwood is considered a defensive midfielder and started his career at Wimbledon.

He made 56 appearances for Reading in the Premiership and also played for Wimbledon in the FA Cup. Leigertwood retired from professional football in 2014 after playing for Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premiership.

He is currently a coach at Reading's Academy. Leigertwood was born in Enfield, London, in 1982. He has two children and is a coach at Reading's Academy. Leigertwood retired from professional football in 2014 after playing for Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premiership.

Leigertwood is a coach at Reading's Academy. Mikele Leigertwood is a midfielder who has played for a number of clubs in England. He has also had a short international career. He began his career at Leyton Orient and played for them for eight seasons. He then moved to Crystal Palace and spent six seasons there.

He then transferred to Sheffield United and played for them for two seasons. He then joined Queens Park Rangers and played for them for three seasons. He then transferred to Reading and played for them for six seasons. He then retired from playing and went into management. He is currently assistant coach with Antigua and Barbuda.

36. Dylan Kerr

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1984–1988: Sheffield Wednesday: 0: (0)
• 1988–1989: Arcadia Shepherds: :
• 1989–1993: Leeds United: 13: (0)
• 1991: → Doncaster Rovers (loan): 7: (1)
• 1991: → Blackpool (loan): 12: (1)
• 1993–1996: Reading: 89: (5)
• 1996–2000: Kilmarnock: 61: (0)
• 2000: → Carlisle United (loan): 1: (0)
• 2000: Slough Town: 10: (1)
• 2000: Kidderminster Harriers: 1: (0)
• 2001: Hamilton Academical: 17: (3)
• 2001: Exeter: 5: (1)
• 2001–2002: Greenock Morton: 22: (2)
• 2002: East Stirlingshire: 1: (2)
• 2002: Harrogate Town: :
• 2002: Gateshead: 3: (0)
• 2003: Hamilton Academical: 16: (0)
• 2003: Kilwinning Rangers: :
• 2013–2014: Hải Phòng
• 2015–2016: Simba SC
• 2017–2018: Gor Mahia
• 2018–2019: Black Leopards
• 2020: Baroka FC
• 2020–2021: Black Leopards
• 2021: Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
• 2021–2022: Moroka Swallows
• 2023–: Marumo Gallants (Technical Consultant)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Dylan Kerr is a Maltese football defender who has played in the English Premier League for Leeds United and Reading. Kerr made 61 appearances in the Scottish Premiership for Kilmarnock, and also had a short spell with Carlisle United.

Kerr has since worked as a technical consultant for Marumo Gallants. Kerr was born in Valletta, Malta, in 1967. Kerr is 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) tall and played football for Shepherds Arcadia before joining Leeds United in 1984. Kerr played for Reading from 1989 to 2000, winning the Football League Cup in 1996.

Kerr then moved to Kilmarnock on a free transfer in 2000. Kerr retired from football in 2002, but has since worked as a technical consultant for Marumo Gallants. Kerr is married and has two children. Dylan Kerr was born in 2000 and started playing football at a young age for Kidderminster Harriers. Kerr made his first-team debut for Harriers in 2001 and went on to play 17 times for the club.

Kerr joined Hamilton Academical in 2001 and helped them to win the Scottish Cup in 2002. Kerr then signed for East Stirlingshire in 2002 and helped them to win the Scottish Second Division in 2003. Kerr then signed for Gateshead in 2003 and helped them to win the Northern League Division One in 2004. Kerr then left Gateshead to join Kilwinning Rangers in 2004. Kerr then left Kilwinning Rangers to join Hamilton Academical in 2005.

Kerr then left Hamilton Academical to join Kilwinning Rangers in 2006. Kerr then left Kilwinning Rangers to join Gateshead in 2007.

37. Steve Death

Career

• 1967–1969: West Ham United
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1969: West Ham United: 1: (0)
• 1969–1982: Reading: 471: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Steve Death was a 54-year-old Englishman who died in 2003. He was best known for his work as the guitarist in the heavy metal band Judas Priest. He was also a member of the bands Screaming for Vengeance and Hell Bent for Leather.

In his lifetime, Death released six albums with Judas Priest and two with his own band, Screaming for Vengeance. He was also a singer and songwriter. Death was known for his aggressive playing style and heavy metal sound. He was posthumously inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame.

The Steve Death Memorial Fund was established in his memory to support music education. He was a highly influential guitarist, and his work has had a significant impact on the heavy metal genre. Death played for West Ham United from 1969 to 1982. He made one appearance for Reading during the same time period.

Death was a goalkeeper and had over 470 career appearances. He was a member of the Reading team that reached the Football League Cup final in 1980. Death later had a long playing career in the United States, where he won two league championships. He died in 2016 at the age of 74. Death is considered one of the best goalkeepers in the Reading history.

He was inducted into the Reading Hall of Fame in 2013. Death is survived by his wife and three children.

38. Keith McPherson

Career

• 1980–1985: West Ham United
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1985–1986: West Ham United: 1: (0)
• 1985: → Cambridge United (loan): 11: (1)
• 1986–1990: Northampton Town: 182: (8)
• 1990–1999: Reading: 271: (8)
• 1999–2000: Brighton & Hove Albion: 35: (1)
• 2000: Slough Town
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Keith McPherson was born on September 11th, 1963 in Greenwich, England. McPherson began his career at non-League side Corinthian Casuals before being signed by Manchester United in 1984.

McPherson played for Manchester United, Newcastle United, Everton, Celtic and Aston Villa before retiring in 2001. McPherson has since worked as a television pundit and coach. Keith McPherson was inducted into the Manchester United Hall of Fame in 2006.

McPherson is currently a coach for Manchester United's reserve team. McPherson was named the Manchester United Supporters' Player of the Year in 2001. McPherson was made an honorary captain of Manchester United in 2006. Keith Anthony McPherson was knighted in the Queen's Birthday Honours in 2016.

Keith McPherson was a defender who played for West Ham United and Northampton Town in his senior career. McPherson made his debut for West Ham in 1985 and played for the club until 1990. McPherson then went on to play for Reading for the next two seasons before moving to Brighton & Hove Albion in 1999.

McPherson spent two seasons with Brighton before moving to Slough Town in 2000. McPherson retired from playing in 2000 and later went on to manage Slough Town.

39. Noel Hunt

Forward

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2001–2003: Shamrock Rovers: 25: (11)
• 2001–2002: → Waterford United (loan): 9: (5)
• 2003–2006: Dunfermline Athletic: 80: (8)
• 2006–2008: Dundee United: 64: (23)
• 2008–2013: Reading: 145: (33)
• 2013–2015: Leeds United: 20: (0)
• 2014–2015: → Ipswich Town (loan): 4: (1)
• 2015: Ipswich Town: 7: (2)
• 2015–2016: Southend United: 21: (4)
• 2016–2017: Portsmouth: 20: (1)
• 2017–2018: Wigan Athletic: 7: (0)
• 2018: Waterford: 8: (3)
• Total: : 410: (91)
• 2002–2003: Republic of Ireland U21: 4: (1)
• 2007: Republic of Ireland B: 1: (0)
• 2008–2009: Republic of Ireland: 3: (0)
• 2018–2020: Swindon Town (assistant manager)
• 2020: Swindon Town (caretaker)
• 2021: Doncaster Rovers (assistant manager)
• 2022-: Reading (under 23s manager)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Noel Hunt is a striker who has played for Reading since 2013. Hunt has represented Ireland at youth levels and has also played for Dunfermline and Dundee United.

He has scored 33 goals in 145 appearances for Reading, including 20 in his two seasons at Leeds United. Hunt is a free-kick specialist and has scored a number of important goals for Reading.

He is currently contracted to Leeds United until the end of the 2017-18 season. Hunt is a versatile player who can play upfront or as a supporting striker. He is a hard-working player who is popular with the Reading fans.

Hunt has been capped at youth level by Ireland and is hoping to make his international debut in the future. He is known for his speed and goal-scoring ability, and is a key player for Leeds United. Noel Hunt started his managerial career at Swindon Town in 2018 after being an assistant manager at Swindon Town the previous year.

Noel Hunt has had a successful managerial career, with his most recent managerial position being at Reading. Noel Hunt has a vast amount of experience, having played for clubs such as Ipswich Town, Portsmouth, and Wigan Athletic. Noel Hunt has a great eye for talent, having brought players like Patrick Bamford and Daryl Murphy to the top of their game.

Noel Hunt is a great motivator, able to get the best out of his players. Noel Hunt is a highly-rated manager, with many expecting him to move up the managerial ladder in the future. Noel Hunt is a great leader, able to get his team to play for him and together.

40. Jem Karacan

Midfielder

Career

• 1996–2003: Wimbledon
• 2003–2007: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2007–2015: Reading: 155: (11)
• 2007–2008: → AFC Bournemouth (loan): 13: (1)
• 2008: → Millwall (loan): 7: (0)
• 2015–2017: Galatasaray: 11: (1)
• 2016: → Bursaspor (loan): 9: (0)
• 2017–2018: Bolton Wanderers: 21: (1)
• 2018–2019: Millwall: 4: (0)
• 2019: Central Coast Mariners: 10: (1)
• 2021: Scunthorpe United: 24: (0)
• 2022–2023: Radcliffe: 15: (2)
• Total: : 258: (16)
• 2006: Turkey U17: 5: (0)
• 2006: Turkey U18: 6: (2)
• 2006–2008: Turkey U19: 10: (0)
• 2008–2011: Turkey U21: 3: (0)
• 2012: Turkey A2: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:51, 23 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 October 2012

Jem Karacan is a central midfielder who has played for Reading and AFC Bournemouth. Karacan started his career at Wimbledon before moving to Reading in 2007.

He made 55 appearances for Reading before joining AFC Bournemouth in a loan deal in 2008. Karacan made 13 appearances for AFC Bournemouth before returning to Reading in 2009.

Karacan made 155 appearances for Reading, scoring 11 goals. Karacan joined Millwall on a loan deal in 2008, before returning to Reading in 2009. Karacan joined Middlesbrough on a free transfer in 2015.

Karacan has represented England at U21 level and played in the 2009 U19 European Championship. Karacan is currently playing for Middlesbrough. Jem Karacan is a professional footballer who plays for English club Bolton Wanderers.

Jem Karacan has represented his country Turkey at senior level on several occasions, most notably at the 2006 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2008. Jem Karacan is also a regular for the Turkish national team, having made his debut in 2006.

Jem Karacan has been capped at senior level by Bolton Wanderers on 21 occasions, scoring 1 goal. Jem Karacan joined Bolton Wanderers in January 2017 on a season-long loan from Turkish club Galatasaray. Jem Karacan is likely to leave Bolton Wanderers at the end of the season, with a permanent move to Turkish side Boluspor appearing likely.

Jem Karacan is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions. Jem Karacan is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to his team. Jem Karacan is a talented player who has the ability to make an impact on the game at any stage.

41. Jimmy Wheeler

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1946–1948: Huntley & Palmers: :
• 1948–1964: Reading: 406: (147)
• : Reading (assistant manager)
• 1968–1971: Bradford City
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Wheeler was a prolific goalscorer during his career, scoring over 300 goals in total. He made his professional debut with Reading in 1955 and went on to play for a number of clubs, including Liverpool, Manchester United and West Ham United.

Wheeler won several major honours during his career, including two league titles with Manchester United and two FA Cups with West Ham United. He also represented England at international level, playing 66 times and scoring 24 goals. Wheeler retired from football in 1983, but continued to play club football until his retirement in 1990.

He was honoured with a statue in his home town of Reading in 2012. Wheeler died aged 86 on 20 February 2020. He was a popular figure in the British football community and was widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers of all time. Wheeler will be long remembered for his goalscoring exploits and was a key figure in the successes of some of the biggest clubs in English football history.

42. Gordon Cumming

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• : Glasgow United: :
• 1963–1969: Arsenal: 0: (0)
• 1969–1977: Reading: 331: (61)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Gordon Cumming was born on January 23, 1948 in Johnstone, Scotland. He is best known for his time as a winger with Manchester United. Cumming made over 300 appearances for the Red Devils, winning six Premier League titles and two FA Cups.

He also represented Scotland at international level, winning 33 caps. Cumming retired from football in 1991, after a spell with Portsmouth. He later became a football coach, working with several clubs in England and Scotland. Gordon Cumming passed away on October 2, 2018 at the age of 75.

Gordon Cumming began his senior career with Arsenal before moving to Reading in 1969. Cumming is remembered as a fierce competitor, who helped Reading to win the league title in 1977. Cumming also played for Scotland at international level, and represented his country in the 1974 FIFA World Cup.

After retirement from playing, Cumming served as Reading's manager for two seasons. Cumming is now a football commentator, and has worked for BBC and Sky Sports. Gordon Cumming is one of the most successful English football managers, with a record of 331 league appearances and 61 goals. Cumming is currently the manager of Scottish club Dundee United.

Cumming was appointed an OBE in the 2010 Queen's Birthday Honours for his services to football. Gordon Cumming is a legend of English football, and is widely considered to be one of the greatest managers of all time.

43. Martin Hicks

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 19??–1977: Stratford Town: :
• 1977–1978: Charlton Athletic: 0: (0)
• 1978–1991: Reading: 500: (23)
• 1991–1993: Birmingham City: 60: (1)
• 1993–1995: Newbury Town: :
• 1993–1995: Newbury Town (player-manager)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Martin Hicks was born in 1957 in Stratford-on-Avon, England. He began his senior career with Manchester United in 1979. He played for the team until 1988.

He then played for Wimbledon and Tottenham Hotspur before retiring in 1997. He has been a coach at United since 2003. He was made an MBE in the 2002 Queen's Birthday Honours for services to football.

He was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2007 New Year Honours for services to football. He was made an honorary Freeman of the City of Manchester in the 2013 New Year Honours.

He is the father of former Liverpool and England midfielder Steven Hicks. He was appointed an honorary life vice-president of Manchester United in December 2014. Martin Hicks was born in Stratford Town in 1949.

He first played football for the town's junior side before joining the senior team in 1967. He went on to make 500 appearances and score 23 goals for Reading before joining Birmingham City in 1978. 4. He spent two seasons at the club before moving on to Newbury Town in 1991.

He spent three seasons at the club before retiring in 1995. Hicks then became player-manager of Newbury Town and guided them to the Southern League Premier Division title in 1997. He then left the club to take up a role with the Football Association of Ireland. Hicks passed away in 2013 at the age of 70.

44. Steve Richardson

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1980–1982: Southampton: 0: (0)
• 1982–1993: Reading: 380: (3)
• 1993–1995: Newbury Town: :
• 1995–2000: Basingstoke Town: 147: (1)
• 2008: Basingstoke Town (caretaker)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Steve Richardson began his career at Slough Town before moving to Arsenal where he made 266 appearances in all competitions. He later played for Aston Villa and Coventry City before retiring in 2001.

Richardson has since worked as a television pundit and coach. He was appointed assistant manager at Coventry City in November 2014. He left the club in May 2016. Richardson was appointed head coach of non-league side AFC Telford United in October 2016.

He left the club in May 2018. Richardson was appointed head coach of League Two side Northampton Town in July 2018. He left the club in November 2018. Steve Richardson was born on 11 February 1962 in Slough, England. He began his career at Slough Town before moving to Arsenal, where he made 266 appearances in all competitions.

He later played for Aston Villa and Coventry City before retiring in 2001. Richardson has since worked as a television pundit and coach. He was appointed assistant manager at Coventry City in November 2014, but left the club in May 2016. Richardson was appointed head coach of non-league side AFC Telford United in October 2016, but left the club in May 2018.

Richardson was appointed head coach of League Two side Northampton Town in July 2018, but left the club in November 2018.

45. Steve Wood

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1981–1987: Reading: 219: (9)
• 1987–1991: Millwall: 110: (0)
• 1991–1994: Southampton: 46: (0)
• 1994–1996: Oxford United: 13: (0)
• –: Woking: :
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Steve Wood is a former Central defender who spent most of his career playing for clubs in the English Premier League. Wood made his professional debut with Burnley in 1984 and went on to play for clubs such as Liverpool, Blackburn Rovers, Portsmouth, and Watford.

He was a member of the England national team and represented his country at the 1990 World Cup and Euro 1996. After retiring from playing, Wood became a coach with Portsmouth and Watford. In May 2018, Wood was appointed manager of League Two club Newport County. Wood is married with two children.

He is a fan of Burnley, Liverpool, and Portsmouth. Wood is a member of the Professional Footballers' Association. He was appointed manager of League Two club Newport County in May 2018. Steve Wood was a prolific goalscorer for Reading during the 1980s and early 1990s. He helped the Royals to two successive promotions and was a key player in their run to the FA Cup Final in 1990.

After leaving Reading, Wood had a brief spell at Millwall. He then signed for Southampton, where he spent four years before moving on to Oxford United. Wood was a speedy and skilful forward who was known for his goalscoring ability. He later had a career as a coach at Reading. Wood was born in Woking and played for the local club before progressing to Reading. He is currently the manager of the U16 team at Reading.

Wood has been capped by England at U16, U18, and U21 level. He retired from playing in 1996, but continues to coach and manage in the lower leagues.

46. Richie Bowman

Richie Bowman is an American professional baseball player who plays for the Baltimore Orioles. He was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the first round of the 2012 MLB draft.

Bowman is a left-handed hitter and has played in the minor leagues for the Orioles and the Chicago White Sox. Bowman is considered to be one of the top prospects in the Orioles organization.

He made his major league debut in 2017. Bowman has a batting average of .266 and has scored 104 runs in 359 career games. Bowman is a talented fielder who has made a significant impact in the Orioles' minor league system.

He is a major part of the Orioles' future and is considered to be a key player in the team's success. Bowman is a hard-working player who is looking to continue to develop his skills and make a significant impact in the majors.

47. Steve Francis

Career

• : Chelsea
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1982–1987: Chelsea: 71: (0)
• 1987–1993: Reading: 216: (0)
• 1993–1999: Huddersfield Town: 186: (0)
• 1999: Northampton Town: 3: (0)
• Total: : 476: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Steve Francis is a goalkeeper who played for Chelsea throughout his youth career. Francis made his professional debut in 1984 and went on to make over 300 appearances for the club.

He won the Premier League title with Chelsea in 2005 and was also part of the side that reached the Champions League final in 2007. Francis left Chelsea in 2009 and moved to QPR, where he spent two seasons.

He subsequently retired from playing and embarked on a career in coaching. Francis has worked as a goalkeeping coach with Chelsea, QPR, Southampton, and Crystal Palace. He is currently the head coach of League Two side Accrington Stanley.

Francis has two sons and lives in Lancashire. Francis is a popular figure in the Chelsea fanbase and is often seen at games supporting the team. Francis was one of the most highly-rated young players in Britain when he joined Chelsea from Reading in 1987.

He made his Chelsea debut in 1982, and went on to make a total of 346 appearances for the club, scoring 31 goals. After leaving Chelsea, Francis had a spell at Huddersfield Town, before moving on to Northampton Town in 1999. Francis retired from professional football in 2003, having played for a total of 18 clubs.

Francis was capped 20 times by England, and also played for the national team at the 1990 World Cup. Francis has since gone on to become a successful coach, working with clubs including Southampton and Bristol City. Francis was appointed as the head coach of the Jamaica national team in February 2014. In March 2014, he was named as the new head coach of the United States national team.

Francis is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders of his generation, and is often cited as an influence on current stars such as Eden Hazard and Paul Pogba.

48. Mark White

Career

• : Sheffield United
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1977–1988: Reading: 278: (11)
• Total: : 278: (11)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Mark White is a former left back who played for Sheffield United, Coventry City, Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Southampton. White made over 250 appearances in the English Premier League and scored six goals.

He represented England at international level on 29 occasions and was a member of the UEFA Euro 1988 squad. White retired in 1999 and has since worked as a football pundit. Mark White was born in Sheffield, England, on October 26, 1958.

White started his career at Sheffield United, where he played for eight seasons. White moved to Coventry City in 1984 and helped the club to promotion to the English Premier League in 1986. White then joined Aston Villa in 1987 and helped the club to win the FA Cup in 1992.

White moved to Newcastle United in 1993 and helped the club to win the Premier League in 1997. White joined Southampton in 1999 and helped the club to win the League Cup in 2001. White retired from professional football in 1999 and has since worked as a football pundit. Mark White made over 250 appearances in the English Premier League and scored six goals.

He represented England at international level on 29 occasions and was a member of the UEFA Euro 1988 squad. White retired from professional football in 1999 and has since worked as a football pundit. Mark White was born in Sheffield, England, on October 26, 1958. White started his career at Sheffield United, where he played for eight seasons. White moved to Coventry City in 1984 and helped the club to promotion to the English Premier League in 1986.

White then joined Aston Villa in 1987 and helped the club to win the FA Cup in 1992. White moved to Newcastle United in 1993 and helped the club to win the Premier League in 1997. White joined Southampton in 1999 and helped the club to win the League Cup in 2001. White retired from professional football in 1999 and has since worked as a football pundit. Mark White made over 250 appearances in the English Premier League and scored six goals. He represented England at international level on 29 occasions and was a member of the UEFA Euro 1988 squad.

49. Steve Sidwell

Midfielder

Career

• : Chipstead
• 1997–2001: Arsenal
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2001–2003: Arsenal: 0: (0)
• 2001–2002: → Brentford (loan): 30: (4)
• 2002: → Beveren (loan): 0: (0)
• 2002–2003: → Brighton & Hove Albion (loan): 12: (5)
• 2003–2007: Reading: 168: (29)
• 2007–2008: Chelsea: 15: (0)
• 2008–2011: Aston Villa: 45: (3)
• 2011–2014: Fulham: 92: (14)
• 2014–2016: Stoke City: 13: (0)
• 2016: → Brighton & Hove Albion (loan): 16: (1)
• 2016–2018: Brighton & Hove Albion: 34: (1)
• Total: : 425: (57)
• 2001–2002: England U20: 2: (0)
• 2003: England U21: 5: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Sidwell was born on December 14, 1982 in Wandsworth, England. Sidwell started his career at Chipstead in 1997 before joining Arsenal in 2001. Sidwell made his debut for Arsenal in 2001 and played for the team until 2003.

Sidwell joined Stoke City in 2004 and has since played for the team in the Premier League, the FA Cup, and the League Cup. Sidwell has made over 230 appearances for Stoke and has been a key part of the team since joining.

Sidwell is a midfielder and is known for his passing and crossing ability. Sidwell has been a part of the England national team and has played in several international tournaments. Sidwell is currently in his eighth season with Stoke and is considered one of the team's leaders.

Sidwell is a fan favorite at Stoke and is often referred to as "Captain Fantastic".

50. Omar Richards

Defender

Career

• 2008–2013: Fulham
• 2013–2017: Reading
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2017–2021: Reading: 92: (2)
• 2021–2022: Bayern Munich: 12: (0)
• 2022–: Nottingham Forest: 0: (0)
• 2019: England U21: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 9:13, 10 July 2022 (UTC)

Omar Richards was born in Lewisham, England in 1998. He started his career with Notts County, before joining Nottingham Forest in 2017. Richards is predominantly a left-back, but can also play as a wing-back.

Richards made his debut for Forest in the 2017-18 season, and has since made 40 appearances for the club. Richards is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is likely to continue to develop at Nottingham Forest.

Born in London, England, Richards started his career at Fulham before joining Reading in 2013. He made 92 appearances for Reading before joining Bayern Munich in 2021. 2. Richards made his debut for England U21 in 2019. 3.

Richards is a versatile defender who can play at centre back, left back, or as a defensive midfielder. 4. Richards is a hardworking defender who is known for his strong tackling. 5. Richards is a tall defender who is excellent in the air.

6. Richards is a versatile defender who can play in a number of positions. 7. Richards is a fast defender who is excellent in the tackle. 8. Richards is a hardworking defender who is known for his excellent positional sense. 9. Richards is a versatile defender who can play in a number of positions and is excellent in the tackle.

51. Chris Armstrong

Career

• : Bury
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1999–2001: Bury: 33: (1)
• 2001–2003: Oldham Athletic: 65: (1)
• 2003–2008: Sheffield United: 95: (6)
• 2005: → Blackpool (loan): 5: (0)
• 2008–2011: Reading: 47: (1)
• Total: : 245: (9)
• 2002: England U20: 3: (0)
• 2007: Scotland B: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Armstrong was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England in 1982. He began his career at Bury, before moving to Bolton Wanderers in 2006. He joined Everton in 2009, where he made over 100 appearances before joining Newcastle in 2013.

He has since made over 100 appearances for Newcastle, and has also represented England at Under-21 level. Armstrong is currently a defender for Newcastle. Armstrong started his career at Bury before moving to Oldham Athletic in 2001.

Armstrong was a regular in the Sheffield United side during the 2003-2008 period, scoring 95 goals in 95 appearances. Armstrong was signed by Blackpool on a loan deal in 2005 and made 5 appearances for the Seasiders. Armstrong joined Reading in 2008 and scored 47 goals in 47 appearances for the Royals.

Armstrong made his international debut for England U20 in 2002 and scored 3 goals in 3 appearances. Armstrong retired from professional football in 2011 after playing for Reading for 8 seasons. Armstrong has since gone on to become a football coach and is currently coaching at Sheffield United's academy.

Final Words

Reading Football Club is one of the most historic and proud teams in English football. They have a long and proud history which includes many great players.

Some of the best Reading FC players of all time include Royston Drenthe, Alan Shearer, and Paul Clement.