Reading Football Club News

• Nickname:Royals
• Founded:1871
• Manager:Brian McDermott

• Ground:Madejski Stadium
• Capacity:24,200

Coppell cool after Reds win

09 Dec 2007 - 13:05:58

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Reading manager Steve Coppell refused to get too carried away by Saturday's 3-1 victory over Liverpool at the Madejski Stadium.

The Royals ended a four-match winless streak courtesy of goals from Stephen Hunt, Kevin Doyle and James Harper.

But with the Berkshire club still languishing in the bottom half of the table, Coppell suggested any celebrations would be kept to a minimum.

"Wins now, because we're not having as many as last year, they're treasured," he said.

"Any team in the bottom half of the table would say that. We fully intend to enjoy it tonight.

"To get a good result against a top side is pleasing but this season is a grind - there's still five more months to go.

"We needed to be seen to be having a go and I think the fans can have a few pints and be happy.

"Results against big teams won't decide our season but it's a good feeling and hopefully a solid foundation."