Away days return to the Toughsheet Stadium
Saturday afternoon will see Rubén Sellés' side aim to bounce back after diappointment last weekend, and look to return to winning ways.
Our opponents, a Bolton side who are on a run of three straight league defeats after a heavy 4-0 loss to Huddersfield.
Both sides will be looking to right wrongs this weekend, and we have all the match build up for you here...
Tickets
The Royals will be backed by an away following of around 600 supporters who are making the long journey to Greater Manchester.
Tickets for Saturday's League One matchup went offsale at Midday and there will not be any sales on the day at Bolton.
MATCH COVERAGE
Supporters in the UK & Ireland can listen to all of the action with a Royals TV Audio Match Pass, which gives you access to BBC Radio Berkshire commentary for just £2.50. Monthly subscriptions are also available for £4.49 per month, or a seasonal package for £45.
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ROYAL RESULT
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The Opposition
Bolton Wanderers have endured a tough start to the season, struggling to find the back of the net at home, with mounting pressure on manager Ian Evatt following a heavy defeat to Huddersfield last weekend.
Despite bringing in eight new signings over the summer—John McAtee, Chris Forino, Scott Arfield, Jay Matete, Luke Southwood, Szabi Schön, Klaidi Lolos, and Jordi Osei-Tutu—expectations for a promotion push have yet to materialise. Fans were hoping the fresh faces would propel the team forward, but the results so far have been underwhelming.
Bolton supporters are growing increasingly frustrated, with many calling for a more pragmatic approach. The current style of play has delivered just 4 points from a possible 15, and patience is wearing thin. As pressure intensifies, the margin for error continues to shrink, putting Evatt and his squad under significant scrutiny.
HEAD TO HEAD
Saturday's fixture will be the 40th encounter between the two sides in our respective histories.
The last fixture between the teams came in April, when a strong performance from the promotion chasing Trotters made for a difficult afternoon for Reading at the Toughsheet Community Stadium in a 5-2 defeat for the Royals.
The head to head record is as follows:
- Reading wins - 14
- Draws - 10
- Bolton wins - 15