Both teams named experienced looking line ups, Rangers started with Sean Thomas in goal and a back four of Marcin Kus, Ryan Johnson, Georges Santos and Andrew Howell. In midfield youth teamer Adam Bernard lined up with Stefan Bailey, a rehabilitating Marc Bircham and Luke Townsend whilst Shabazz Baidoo and Sammy Youssouf started up front.

With Steve Coppell and Gary Waddock watching from the stands, Rangers took the lead on the fifteen minute mark, a good ball from Andrew Howell found Sammy Youssouf and his left footed strike was enough to beat Graham Stack in the Reading goal.

Despite creating a flurry of chances, Rangers found themselves all square on the hour mark when Shane Long ‘s twenty five yard belter beat the helpless Thomas. The R’s continued to press but couldn’t find a way past the away side and had to settle for a share of the points.

Our reserves have a rare chance to play a little run of games now, which can only be good for getting our walking wounded fit. We play every Tuesday for the next three weeks starting with a trip to Aldershot next week. Kick off for that one is seven o’clock.