What to expect from the Madejski Stadium crowd?

Considered a great idea by many, the away fans are seated right next to the loudest, most vocal Reading fans. Since Reading don’t have a fan base full of nutters and lads gunning for a fight, it creates a magnificent atmosphere. Fans exchange witty chants and songs, while each egging on their side for a victory. Don’t expect the Reading crowd to go anywhere if the tide of play isn’t going their way, as they’ll match and outdo your enthusiasm stride for stride the whole game!

Reading have been a staple of the Championship for a few years now, and seasons of missing out of promotion have taken its toll. At the beginning of the season there are few more hopeful and enthusiastic fans around the country – but if the season doesn’t start going to plan, attendances have been known to drop, as well as the atmosphere – the away fans may have to bring their own atmosphere to this one, unless the Royals are going well.