Brighton's Kazenga LuaLua celebrates scoring a late equaliser in his side's match against Leicester on April 6, 2013
Charlie Oatway expecting tough test against Leeds United
Brighton & Hove Albion assistant boss Charlie Oatway believes that Leeds United's league position will count for nothing when the two teams meet on Saturday.
Apr 25, 14:13
Sir John Madejski
Reading chairman John Madejski understands Brian McDermott exit
Reading chairman John Madejski says that owner Anton Zingarevich made the right decision to sack Brian McDermott in March.
Apr 24, 10:46
Davide Somma on February 5, 2011
David Somma out for season
Leeds United striker David Somma will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing knee surgery last week.
Apr 22, 11:56
New Leeds United manager Brian McDermott on the touchline during the match against Sheffield Wednesday on April 13, 2013
Brian McDermott: 'I tried to bring players in'
Leeds United manager Brian McDermott insists that he did try to bring players in while in charge of Reading earlier in the season.
Apr 20, 12:02
A frightening close-up of Reading manager Brian McDermott on January 19, 2013
Brian McDermott: 'Leeds United are a passing team'
Brian McDermott says that he will play to Leeds United's strengths by using a passing style of football.
Apr 19, 04:02
Birmingham City boss Lee Clark on the touchline during the match against Leicester on April 12, 2013
Preview:Birmingham City vs. Leeds United
Sports Mole previews Leeds United's trip to Birmingham City on Saturday.
Apr 18, 15:28
Leeds United's Sam Byram after scoring against Peterborough on March 12, 2013
McDermott: 'Sam Byram will 100% be at Leeds next year'
Brian McDermott says that he expects Sam Byram to still be at Leeds next season, despite rumours linking the defender with a move away from the club.
Apr 17, 16:59
Luke Varney is congratuated by Paul Green in front of their fans after scoring the opening goal in the FA Cup fourth round tie against Tottenham on January 27, 2013
Luke Varney: 'I'm a striker'
Luke Varney says that he is more comfortable playing up front for Leeds United, despite having featured in a wide role for most of the season.
Apr 16, 11:34
New Leeds United manager Brian McDermott on the touchline during the match against Sheffield Wednesday on April 13, 2013
Preview:Leeds United vs. Burnley
Sports Mole previews Leeds United's match against Burnley at Elland Road in the Championship on Tuesday evening.
Apr 14, 14:23
Sir John Madejski
Sir John Madejski "sad" to lose Brian McDermott
Former Reading owner Sir John Madejski reveals that he would not have sacked Brian McDermott.
Apr 14, 10:00
New Leeds United manager Brian McDermott on the touchline during the match against Sheffield Wednesday on April 13, 2013
Brian McDermott praises Leeds United fans
New Leeds United boss Brian McDermott praises the fans after his side came from a goal down to beat Sheffield Wednesday this afternoon.
Apr 13, 16:34
New Leeds United manager Brian McDermott watches from the touchline during his side's match against Sheffield Wednesday
Brian McDermott's first game in charge is 'a really big win'
Brain McDermott wins his first game in charge of Leeds United, and says that the 2-1 win over Sheffield Wednesday is "a really big" result.
Apr 13, 16:34
Luke Varney is congratuated by Paul Green in front of their fans after scoring the opening goal in the FA Cup fourth round tie against Tottenham on January 27, 2013
Luke Varney brace seals Leeds United win
Two goals from Luke Varney give Brian McDermott an opening win as manager of Leeds United.
Apr 13, 13:24
Reading manager Brian McDermott before kickoff against West Brom on on January 12, 2013
Half-Time Report: Leeds United struggling against Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday take a 1-0 advantage into the break of their trip to Leeds United.
Apr 13, 12:19
Reading manager Brian McDermott prior to his side's Premier League match with Stoke City on February 9, 2013
Team News: Brian McDermott names first Leeds United starting lineup
Steve Morison and Luke Varney start in Brian McDermott's first match as manager of Leeds United.
Apr 13, 11:17
Leeds Rhinos head coach Brian McDermott on October 6, 2012
Brian McDermott pleased with Leeds Rhinos focus
Leeds Rhinos coach Brian McDermott praises his players for their focus following Friday's 30-6 victory over London Broncos in Super League.
Apr 13, 00:56
Reading manager Brian McDermott before kickoff against West Brom on on January 12, 2013
Brian McDermott felt "shocked" by Reading sacking
New Leeds United boss Brian McDermott reveals that he was "shocked" to be sacked by Reading, but insists that he is "looking forward".
Apr 12, 16:58
Reading manager Brian McDermott prior to his side's Premier League match with Stoke City on February 9, 2013
Brian McDermott: 'Leeds United was the only club I wanted'
Brian McDermott reveals that Leeds United was the only club he would have joined before the end of the season after getting sacked by Reading.
Apr 12, 16:19
Reading manager Brian McDermott during his side's match against Everton on March 2, 2013
Brian McDermott aims to build Leeds United fortress
New Leeds United boss Brian McDermott says that he is determined to build an atmosphere at Elland Road.
Apr 12, 16:10
Reading boss Brian McDermott looking glum during a 5-2 loss to Arsenal on December 17, 2012
Brian McDermott announced as new Leeds United manager
Leeds United announce the capture of new manager Brian McDermott on a three-year contract.
Apr 12, 14:07
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers during the match against Zenit St Petersburg on February 21, 2013
Liverpool's Brendan Rodgers wary of Reading
Brendan Rodgers admits that Liverpool could struggle to earn maximum points against Reading in the Premier League on Saturday.
Apr 12, 07:08
Reading manager Brian McDermott before kickoff against West Brom on on January 12, 2013
Brian McDermott to take Leeds United job?
Brian McDermott is understood to have agreed a deal to become the next manager of Leeds United.
Apr 11, 00:10
Reading manager Brian McDermott before kickoff against West Brom on on January 12, 2013
Reading chairman John Madejski: 'I would have kept Brian McDermott'
Reading chairman John Madejski admits that he would not have sacked manager Brian McDermott.
Apr 10, 10:54
Roberto Di Matteo waves in April 2012
Roberto Di Matteo even-money favourite for Leeds United job
Bookmakers slash odds on former Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo becoming the next Leeds United manager.
Apr 9, 10:53
Brian McDermott
Brian McDermott praises Leeds Rhinos defence
Leeds Rhinos coach Brian McDermott praises his team's defensive performance during Sunday's 28-22 win over Warrington Wolves in the Super League.
Apr 8, 00:37
Southampton manager Nigel Adkins
Nigel Adkins calls on Reading fans to "drive the players on"
Nigel Adkins hails the importance of Reading supporters as he tries to steer the club out of the relegation zone.
Apr 4, 09:37
Leeds boss Neil Warnock before kick-off against Crystal Palace on March 9, 2013
Neil Warnock: 'Leeds United should wait on new manager'
Former Leeds United manager Neil Warnock believes that the Championship club should take their time in naming his replacement.
Apr 4, 06:44
Norman Hunter moments before being awarded his 1966 World Cup medal during the interval of an England match at Wembley on June 10, 2009
Norman Hunter wants experienced boss
Former Leeds United defender Norman Hunter calls on the club to appoint an experienced manager.
Apr 3, 14:32
Leeds boss Neil Warnock before kick-off against Crystal Palace on March 9, 2013
Neil Warnock: 'I hope Mark Hughes destroys another team of mine'
Neil Warnock slams Mark Hughes by suggesting that the former Queens Park Rangers boss should move to Leeds United and "destroy" it.
Apr 3, 11:12
Reading manager Brian McDermott before kickoff against West Brom on on January 12, 2013
Brian McDermott on Leeds United shortlist?
A report claims that Brian McDermott is among the contenders to take charge of Leeds United.
Apr 2, 17:14
Leeds United boss Neil Warnock instructs his side from the touchline during the match against Millwall on March 2, 2013
Neil Warnock rules out leaving football following Leeds United exit
Neil Warnock says that he has no plans to walk away from football following his exit from Leeds United yesterday.
Apr 2, 10:23
Leeds boss Neil Warnock before kick-off against Crystal Palace on March 9, 2013
Neil Warnock: 'Leeds United will consider plenty of new managers'
Neil Warnock believes that Leeds United will have a long list of candidates to replace him at Elland Road by the end of the season.
Apr 2, 10:12
Reading boss Brian McDermott looking glum during a 5-2 loss to Arsenal on December 17, 2012
Brian McDermott favourite to take over at Leeds United
Former Reading manager Brian McDermott tops the bookies' contenders' list for the vacancy at Leeds United.
Apr 2, 08:47
Martin O'Neill
Brian McDermott, Martin O'Neill in Republic of Ireland running?
Both Brian McDermott and Martin O'Neill reportedly emerge as the two favourites to take over as Republic of Ireland manager from Giovanni Trapattoni.
Apr 1, 13:25
Reading's Danny Guthrie on August 18, 2012
Danny Guthrie revels in "fresh start" at Reading
Reading midfielder Danny Guthrie admits that he feels that he has been given a fresh start at the club following the appointment of Nigel Adkins.
Apr 1, 04:10
Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Paolo Di Canio favourite for Sunderland job
Former Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio is the new favourite to take charge of Sunderland.
Mar 31, 12:22
Brian McDermott
Brian McDermott: 'No complaints with draw'
Leeds Rhinos coach Brian McDermott admits that he has no complaints with his side's 18-18 draw against Bradford Bulls in Super League.
Mar 29, 00:55
Reading manager Brian McDermott prior to his side's Premier League match with Stoke City on February 9, 2013
Reading owner blasts Brian McDermott transfer policy
Reading owner Anton Zingarevich denies that he failed to provide former manager Brian McDermott with transfer funds.
Mar 27, 23:00
Nigel Adkins
Anton Zingarevich vows to back Nigel Adkins in summer transfer window
Reading owner Anton Zingarevich has said that new manager Nigel Adkins will "definitely" have his backing in the transfer window this summer.
Mar 27, 05:15
Nigel Adkins
Nigel Adkins thanks Southampton following dismissal
Nigel Adkins thanks Southampton following his dismissal from the club on the day that he is appointed the new manager of Reading.
Mar 26, 10:04
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