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Welcome to the Reading FC Former Players’ Association

Since our incorporation in 1997, we’ve mirrored the progress of Reading Football Club in going from strength to strength and in 2012, the need to review our position, to grow, became apparent. A new committee was formed and our look created.

With the same continued determination to help our members, and to help others, we continue to strive to make a difference. Our members span decades from the 1940’s to today. These members include former managers and players, and as our logo shows, we represent Reading Football Club through the ages, the past, the present and the future.

On this note, we thank Sir John Madejski for being our patron and his invaluable part in Reading Football Club’s history and to all those who have contributed to the wonder that is Reading Football Club.

Paul Bence

  • Published April 15, 2024
Paul Bence, who died on 30 March 2024 aged 75, was a former Brighton and Hove Albion apprentice who made just one substitute appearance for his local league club before being given a free transfer.  He was immediately signed by Reading manager Jimmy Wheeler on 30 June 1968, and rewarded his new club by putting […]
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