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McCarthy joy at England call

Reading goalkeeper Alex McCarthy has revealed his joy at receiving his first call-up to the England national team.

Adkins satisfed with Royals finish

Boss Nigel Adkins insists Reading can be satisfied with their end to the Barclays Premier League season.

Season finish pleases Adkins

Reading manager Nigel Adkins believes his side's positive response to being relegated from the Premier League bodes well for the future.

West Ham boss Allardyce announces Pogatetz departure

West Ham United boss Sam Allardyce has announced Emanuel Pogatetz will leave the club. read more        

Reading boss Adkins eager to keep Liverpool, Newcastle target McCarthy

Reading boss Nigel Adkins has urged goalkeeper Alex McCarthy to remain with the relegated club. Newcastle United and Liverpool are keen on the new England squad member. read more        

Reading keeper McCarthy buzzing after first England call

Reading goalkeeper Alex McCarthy is buzzing after his first England call-up. read more        

Carlton Cole preparing for final West Ham exit

Carlton Cole is preparing to leave West Ham United . The Sun says Cole has failed to earn a new contract. read more        

Alex McCarthy: 'I never thought I'd end season being picked for England'

The Reading goalkeeper has described his unexpected England call-up as a dream come true, the final twist in a crazy season Alex McCarthy attempts to explain what has just happened but when your world has been turned upside down it is not easy. The Reading goalkeeper calls it "overwhelming" and…

West Ham United v Reading: squad sheets

A year to the day since they beat Blackpool in the Championship play-off final, West Ham have the chance to seal a top-half finish in the top tier. That is an admirable achievement and in stark contrast to Reading's campaign. They came up as champions but have endured a difficult time back among…