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End 1-2

95′

R. Poole

93′

1-2

T. Singerr

Assist: A.Segecic

90′

J.Ryan

80′

L. Fraser

72′

L. Fraser

S. Spencer

70′

T. Singerr

M. Kosznovszky

70′

A.Segecic

L. L. Roux

67′

M. O’Mahony

K.Ehibhaimha

65′

B. Elliott

K.Doyle

65′

D.Kyerewaa

A. Garcia

64′

C.Savage

T. Rushesha

61′

R. Poole

I.Bowat

61′

F. Bianchini

T.Waddingham

53′

L. L. Roux

45′

A. Dozzell

J. Swift

Halftime 0-2

38′

0-2

K.Ehibhaimha

Assist: T. Rushesha

34′

0-1

A. Garcia

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Match Info

Reading pulled off a minor upset by defeating Portsmouth 2-1 at Fratton Park in the first round of the English Football League Cup on August 13, 2025. In a south coast clash, the Royals showed great character to come from behind and knock out their League One hosts. Portsmouth took the lead in front of their home fans and looked in control for large periods. However, Reading fought back in the second half, scoring two quick goals to turn the tie on its head. Portsmouth threw everything forward in search of an equalizer, but Reading's defense stood firm to seal a memorable away victory and progression to the next round of the competition.