11. I know Harper can get sharper

Steve Coppell says there is much more to come from James Harper – but insists no-one’s place in the Reading team is guaranteed.

12. Sodje joins Watford on loan

Sam Sodje has today joined Reading’s Championship rivals Watford on a month’s loan.

13. Sheasby: ‘Cut out the mistakes’

Chris Sheasby admits his side should be challenging at the top of South West Division 1, but their tendency to blow hot and cold is holding them back.

Bracknell are beginning to find their form after four league games, and the Lily Hill men sit fourth in the table.

14. Mean defence is key

Bracknell player/coach Chris Sheasby believes it is his team’s staunch defence that will make or break their season.

15. Team of the Week 12/10/08

16. Wally's Bun-geed up for Ipswich

Wally Downes will be hoping Reading’s push for promotion will be a less nerve-wracking experience than last weekend when he went bungee jumping.

17. Ipswich 2 Royals 0

Liam Rosenior's disappointment following Reading’s defeat was plain for all to see.

18. Hahnemann’s planning to silence Pards

Marcus Hahnemann is looking forward to a familiar voice barking out orders when Reading face Alan Pardew’s Charlton tomorrow.

19. Bennett told he can look for new club

Reading defender Alan Bennett claims it is hard being shown the exit at Madejski Stadium when other players are itching to jump ship.

20. Make or break for Bennett

Alan Bennett is determined to force his way into Steve Coppell’s plans and prove he has a future at Reading.