AFC Portchester 1-1 Reading Women: Match Report Georgia Hayes was on the scoresheet in an encouraging away draw for the Royals.

"It’s great to see how far the team has progressed... and how close they are to being able challenge for the top spot themselves."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social's take as #ReadingFC again turn title-race disrupters, taking a point off high-flying Portchester.

Maidenhead United Women 1-0 Reading Women: Match Report Katie Akerman’s long-range goal was the difference on a night when the Royals gave a good account of themselves.

REPORT: The Royals' search for silverware in 2025/26 is at an end, following another narrow cup defeat.

Here's @petermatthews25.bsky.social's take on a game in which #ReadingFC gave a good account of themselves away to higher-tier Maidenhead United.

Badshot Lea Ladies 0-7 Reading Women: Match Report The Royals ran riot thanks to goals from Tyra Wilson, Keziah Banduka, Nat Cowell, Ava Broke-Smith and Tia Johnson (x2).

"After a goalless first half, the Royals sprung into life in the second, with all seven goals coming in an explosive 29 minutes."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social's take as #ReadingFC run riot against Badshot Lea to earn a first league win since February 1.

Sholing Women 1-0 Reading Women: Match Report It was a frustrating afternoon for the Royals, who couldn’t find a way through against Sholing on Sunday.

"There were too many wasted opportunities and set-pieces throughout the match, together with a lack of composure in the final third and clinical finishing."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social recaps a frustrating defeat for #ReadingFC at Sholing yesterday.

Reading Women 0-0 Southampton Women’s FC: Match Report The Royals’ return to action ended in a goalless draw against fellow promotion hopefuls.

"It was a close-fought match, with nudges and tackles flying in, but neither team managed to find that extra bit of quality to break the deadlock."

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Oxford City Women 1-4 Reading Women: Match Report Tia Johnson and Tyra Wilson both netted braces as the Royals continued their strong league form.

"Reading have always had grit, resilience and character, but they’ve now added a ruthlessness and execution to kill off a match and shut down the opposition."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social's take as #ReadingFC extend their fine form with a 4-1 win at Oxford City.

Reading Women 1-0 Wycombe Wanderers Women: Match Report Jazz King’s second-half winner inflicted a rare defeat on the league leaders.

"A scoreline thoroughly deserved... and something to build upon with still over half of the league season still to play."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social recaps a huge win for #ReadingFC yesterday which ended Wycombe's year-plus unbeaten run.

Reading u18s 2-3 Chelsea u18s: Match Report T’Shay St Louis and George Booth were on the scoresheet for the Royals, but goals from Ryan Kavuma-McQueen (x2) and Reggie Watson saw Chelsea through to the next round of the FA Youth Cup.

REPORT: A great effort from #ReadingFC's under-18s wasn't quite enough yesterday, with Chelsea running out 3-2 winners at the SCL in the FA Youth Cup.

@petermatthews25.bsky.social recaps the action.

2025: Another Big Year Of Change For Reading Women Reading Women have been through another whirlwind 12 months, and although things are looking up on the pitch, concerns remain off it…

READ: @petermatthews25.bsky.social unpacks #ReadingFC Women's tumultuous 2025.

After a Houdini-esque escape from relegation and a big summer rebuild, there's been progress on the pitch this season, but concerns over long-term funding remain.

Wycombe Wanderers Women 0-0 Reading Women: Match Report The Royals played well on their way to an impressive point and clean sheet against the Chairgirls.

"It’s another big step in the right direction for Reading, who, with a bit more belief and confidence, can really push on and threaten the teams at the top of the table - as they showed on Sunday."

✍️ @petermatthews25.bsky.social / #ReadingFC

Penn & Tylers Green 1-4 Reading Women: Match Report A comfortable win in Buckinghamshire was earned with goals from Mia Parker (x2), Keren Banduka and Georgia Hayes.

"An explosive start from the Royals, scoring three goals in the opening 20 minutes, left the home side with an uphill battle from which they just couldn’t recover."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social recaps a 4-1 cup win for #ReadingFC against Penn & Tylers yesterday.

Winchester City Flyers 3-1 Reading Women: Match Report Nat Cowell’s goal handed the Royals a late lifeline, but the hosts ultimately ran out winners.

"That last-minute goal flattered the hosts in what was a close, hard-fought match, with the Royals (not for the first time this season) just unable to find that clinical finish in front of goal."

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Reading Women 11-1 Kidlington Youth Ladies: Match Report The Royals racked up a massive win over Kidlington on Sunday.

"Although Kidlington Youth are a tier below, this performance was another reminder of how far Reading have progressed."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social recaps a massive, double-digit win for #ReadingFC on Sunday afternoon.

Reading Women 2-1 Sholing Women: Match Report Keren Banduka and Nat Cowell gave the Royals a 2-0 lead, but Reading were pegged back by a late Sholing strike.

REPORT: The Royals are up to fourth thanks to yesterday's 2-1 win over Sholing!

#ReadingFC dominated, but couldn't quite put the game to bed before conceding late and enduring a nervy finish.

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Max Scott On Reading Women’s Progress And His Coaching Journey Pete sat down with Reading Women’s assistant manager for an in-depth chat about his story so far.

“We can already see the progression and hopefully we can keep improving week by week."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social sat down with Max Scott for an in-depth chat about his coaching career, #ReadingFC Women, the importance of the Community Trust, and much more.

Reading Women 1-2 Brentford Women: Match Report Despite a dogged performance and late goal from Keziah Banduka, the Royals bowed out of the FA Cup on Sunday.

"It felt like Reading did pretty much everything right, but were just lacking that selfishness and clinical finish in the final third of the pitch."

#ReadingFC ran Brentford close in the FA Cup yesterday with a strong performance, but were narrowly beaten.

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Southampton Women’s FC 1-3 Reading Women: Match Report Goals from Sarah Thompson, Tyra Wilson and Nat Cowell gave the Royals a second league win of the season - and first on the road.

REPORT: A strong second-half display was crucial in #ReadingFC's first league away victory of the season yesterday, running out 3-1 winners against Southampton.

@petermatthews25.bsky.social talks us through the action.

Manorcroft United 0-5 Reading Women: Match Report The Royals got off to a flying start in the FA Cup, easily seeing off Englefield Green, Surrey-based Manorcroft.

"There were some great performances, effort and passages of play."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social talks us through an emphatic win for #ReadingFC against Manorcroft United, for whom this was a special occasion: a first-ever FA Cup tie for any of their teams.

Beaconsfield Town 2-1 Reading Women: Match Report Mia Parker’s goal wasn’t enough as the Royals fell to a first defeat of the new season.

REPORT: An opportunity missed for #ReadingFC, who were narrowly beaten 2-1 at Beaconsfield yesterday.

@petermatthews25.bsky.social recaps a game in which the Royals didn't do the basics well enough and weren't clinical enough in front of goal.

Reading Women 4-1 Badshot Lea Ladies: Match Report Goals from Wilson, Whitburn (x2) and Hayes handed the Royals a commanding start to the new season.

"The fans enjoyed watching the new-look team playing on the front foot, creating space, working hard and covering for each other."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social's take on yesterday's 4-1 win for #ReadingFC over Badshot Lea.

Reading Women Go Again In 2025/26 After Another ‘All Change’ Summer The Royals have been able to rebuild in much more normal circumstances, following May’s takeover.

"It certainly feels there’s a new vibe around the team."

After another summer of 'all change' for #ReadingFC Women, their 2025/26 season kicks off on Sunday.

As @petermatthews25.bsky.social writes, the expectation is very much for the Royals to compete.

Getting To Know Ed Jackson-Norris, Reading Women’s New Manager Ed Jackson-Norris was recently appointed as the Royals’ gaffer, alongside new assistant Max Scott.

"We want to get through the divisions as quickly - but as financially responsible - as possible."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social sat down with new #ReadingFC Women boss Ed Jackson-Norris to chat about building on last season's foundations, 2025/26 aims and much more.

A Thank You To Pedro Bruno, Outgoing Reading Women Manager The Royals recently announced the departure of Bruno, following a turbulent but ultimately successful season.

"When looking back at Bruno’s short reign in charge of the team, it can undoubtedly be classed as a success."

✍️ @petermatthews25.bsky.social / #ReadingFC

Reading Women’s 2024/25: A Success Story In A Far From Normal Season Pete recaps a turbulent campaign for the Royals, which ultimately turned out well on the pitch.

READ: Turbulence off the pitch, a huge effort behind the scenes, spot-kick success in the cup and a league resurgence in the second half of the season...

...yep, #ReadingFC Women’s 2024/25 had it all.

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AFC Porchester 2-0 Reading Women: Match Report The Royals tasted defeat in their last game of the 2024/25 season.

REPORT: The Royals' season ended in defeat yesterday, with a 2-0 loss at AFC Porchester.

@petermatthews25.bsky.social also sums up #ReadingFC's "interesting, bumpy and, at times, roller-coaster ride of a season" and a POTS win for Lucy Bolitho.

And I’m chuffed for Reading Women FC Community Trust too.

It’s been a privilege to document the journey - for a great bunch of players, coaching team and fans too.

Reading FC Women's Peter Matthews nominated for Berkshire Football Award Nominations are open until Monday 26th May 2025.

Very kind. And thank you to @thetilehurstend.bsky.social for their continued support of Reading FC Women 👏👏

Ps. Loved meeting Angy, Steve and Pedro

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Reading Women 6-2 Badshot Lea Ladies: Match Report The Royals completed the double over Badshot Lea with a thumping win in Slough on Sunday.

"It was a super, free-flowing performance."

#ReadingFC save their best display of the season for the last home game of 2024/25, with Lucy Bolitho netting a hat-trick in a 6-2 win over Badshot Lea yesterday.

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Oxford City 10-0 Reading Women: Match Report The Royals capitulated in the second half of an already-difficult game at Oxford City, having looked promising before the break.

"After a first half that started so well, entertained us and promised so much, it all fell apart in the second."

@petermatthews25.bsky.social's report on an afternoon to forget for #ReadingFC, who endured a rough second half to lose 10-0 at Oxford City yesterday.

Woodley United Ladies 3-3 Reading Women: Match Report The Royals played out an entertaining (and controversial) high-scoring at the University of Reading Bulmershe Pavilion on Sunday.

"At the final whistle it felt like justice had been done. Reading had played well but never dropped their heads or gave up, even when nothing was going right for them."

✍️ @petermatthews25.bsky.social / #ReadingFC