The Tilehurst End - A Reading FC Podcast

The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 454: Fae-ling Upwards

Ross gets on the lime Jarritos and goes a little wild for this review of the Luton Town and Mansfield Town games, as Reading continue to flirt with the playoffs. There’s discussion of Long kelvin’s hat-trick against the Hatters, as well as a look into Joel Pereira’s underlying numbers for the campaign. 

The boys debate the merits of bringing NFL tactics to Berkshire in the mailbag. Plus, there’s a new quiz-based feature at the end for listeners to get involved with!

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! 

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TTE Women’s Team Update: Unbeaten Run & A Draw with the Sirens

After several rain soaked pitches led to a 3 week break for the Reading women, the team returned to the field with a 0-0 draw against Southampton Women on Sunday. Peter Matthews joins Ross for a chat about the current state of the team and the exciting list of upcoming fixtures.

There’s discussion of the excellent recent goalkeeping from Sophie Butler, plus a preview of the League Cup Semi Final with AFC Portchester. 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! 
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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 453: The Football Gods

The shoe is on the other foot this week. Reading snatch victory from the jaws of defeat late on against Bradford City to strengthen their playoff credentials. Ben and Ross discuss the play-style that’s taken Leam Richardson this far with Noel Hunt’s stuttering Reading team, as well as the prospect of the rest of the season without Jack Marriott.

There’s also discussion on Richardson’s recent STAR Q&A, plus news on the upcoming exciting fixtures for the Women’s team.

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! 

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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 452: Mums In Their 40s

Reading concede in the sixth minute of stoppage time at bottom club Port Vale, sparking calm reactions across the fanbase...

Ben and Ross discuss what’s contributing to the Royals' struggles with holding leads and analyse the team’s over-eagerness to clear the ball. 

Former host Marc Mayo pops into the mailbag with an email that spurs comparison of the 2024/25 and 2025/26 starting lineups.

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 451: Marriott Again

In the space of a week, Jack Marriott picks up four goals and four points for the Royals. The boys discuss what makes the striker so good, with Ross focusing on his ball-striking.

Ben leads us through a review of the Wycombe Wanderers and Bolton Wanderers games, with discussion of the grit shown by some players in the Trotters draw.   

In an email-heavy mailbag, listeners have questions about the pros and cons of Leam Richardson’s style of play, and the performances of Paddy Lane.

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! 

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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 450: Rizz And Vibes

The Royals continue the never-ending away trip with stops at AFC Wimbledon and Wigan Athletic, bringing a win and a loss (not respectively). Ben and Ross debate the team changes made after the loss in Southwest London, and there’s discussion of the performances of Paudie O’Connor, Benn Ward and Joel Pereira.

The mailbag brings questions about how Royals fans are feeling about Leam Richardson. Ross remarks on the similarities between Reading and Wycombe Wanderers’ seasons in the preview.  

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! 

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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 449: Elbow Back-A-Roni

The Royals win on the road, but the boys aren’t sure what to make of the team’s road ahead.

While Ross thinks he sees green shoots, Ben thinks the season seems just about over already. And just where does the team rank in the League One table since Leamo took over?

There’s appreciation for an active January transfer window as well, plus a mailbag with questions on Paudie O’Connor and Reading’s midfield. 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! 

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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 448: Blueberry Cobbler

Four goals scored, but only two points in two games at home for Reading, leaving Ben and Ross to debate whether this team has enough to make a playoff push in the second half of the season.

New full-backs Ryan Nambe and Haydon Roberts impress, while Ross thinks there’s still a glaring need in the one pocket of the field for this team.

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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 447: You Win or You Learn

Reading stuttered on their return from a two-week break, falling 3-1 to Leyton Orient in London. Ben and Ross debate the form of various key players at the club, and whether the holiday period’s results were a fair reflection of the Royals' level.

Plus, there’s ample discussion of the recruitment, with the January window already two thirds through - with the boys agreeing on the position that needs strengthening the most.

And with Louisiana Day fast approaching, there’s time for a Paudie O’Connor-heavy preview of the Barnsley clash. 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
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The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 446: Wintery Mix

It’s cold in RG2, but Leam Richardson’s Royals are in a hot run of form on the pitch, picking up six points in four days against Burton Albion and Stockport County. The boys discuss the players who were crucial to the victories, including Daniel Kyerewaa’s starring role against the Brewers.

Plus, with no upcoming game to preview, Ben and Ross dig into a meaty mailbag, including questions on Reading’s needs in the transfer window. 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!
Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! 

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