1. London Irish must pull together to get out of rut

London Irish coach Toby Booth will hold crunch talks with his management team and senior players this week as Exiles’ losing streak stretched to eight games following Saturday’s 28-18 defeat by Harlequins at Twickenham.

2. Harlequins 28 London Irish 18

Chris Malone scored all 18 points for London Irish, but it wasn't enough as they slumped to a 28-18 defeat to Harlequins - their eighth successive loss.

3. Jem Karacan aims to silence Robbie Savage

Jem Karacan admits he is relishing the prospect of coming up against Derby County skipper Robbie Savage as Reading make the trip to Pride Park tomorrow.

4. McDermott: Kris Commons will pose a threat

Brian McDermott will be celebrating his first year in charge of Royals this weekend.

5. Griffin confident of winning return to Derby County

Royals right-back Andy Griffin makes his first return to Derby County tomorrow since leaving the club to join Stoke City in January 2008.

6. FULL-TIME: Toulon 38 London Irish 17

London Irish’s losing streak stretches to seven games, but that doesn’t tell the whole story as Toby Booth’s side gave Toulon a fright before succumbing to a 38-17 defeat.

7. Dolan challenges talented youngsters to earn their place

Eamonn Dolan has challenged his current crop of youngsters to force their way into contention for a place in Brian McDermott’s squad.

8. McAnuff's new plan of attack for Reading FC

9. Dolan backs Pearce to be Reading FC's rock

10. McDermott backs Shane Long to strike soon

Brian McDermott has leapt to the defence of misfiring striker Shane Long after the Republic of Ireland international missed several decent chances in Reading’s 0-0 draw with Coventry City.