1. Hammond: We know how to wheel and deal

2. Sloppy Bracknell pay the penalty for errors

Bracknell missed a chance to nail their promotion prospects firmly into the minds of the league leaders when they were well beaten by the Gloucester team at Lily Hill.

3. Honour for the honourable Bill

A national commemoration service to mark the 90th anniversary of the end of the  World War One took place yesterday at the Cenotaph in London’s Whitehall.

4. Most pleasing win of the season for Downes

Wally Downes hailed Reading’s players after the club continued its stranglehold over Sheffield United.

5. Antonio quick off the mark

New signing Michail Antonio was among the scorers as Reading reserves cruised to a 4-1 win at Bristol City last night.

6. The funny side of life with Stephen K Amos

7. Bossman to the rescue

Sub Kelvin Bossman hit an 81st-minute equaliser to earn Reading a 3-3 draw with a strong Plymouth side at Madejski Stadium yesterday.

8. Royals pay the penalty

James Henry's fourth goal in just three Carling Cup games wasn’t enough as Reading’s dream of a trip to Wembley was ended after a heart-breaking penalty shoot-out defeat last night.

9. Cup kids can step up

James Henry has urged Steve Coppell to keep faith with Reading’s youngsters and save the club even more money.

10. Antonio signs

Reading yesterday signed Michail Antonio from non-league Tooting and Mitcham.