Bristol Rovers vs Reading Fc
In short
Bristol Rovers and Reading drew 2-2 in their EFL Trophy match, which went to penalties. Reading FC eventually exited the competition in the group stage after the young Royals took the League Two side to a penalty shootout.
The teams
Bristol Rovers are a League Two side hosting the match. Reading FC fielded a squad made up entirely of academy players for this fixture.
When and where
10 November 2026 at The Mem.
What is at stake
This was a Jersey Mike's Trophy group stage match. The result saw Reading FC exit the competition.
Easy to mix up
Bristol Rovers recently played a different cup match, a 2-0 FA Cup victory against Cambridge United.
Sources
- Bristol Rovers 2-2 Reading (Nov 10, 2026) Final Score - ESPN
- Watch Bristol Rovers vs. Reading live today: Who is broadcasting the match on TV and via live stream?
- Bristol Rovers vs Reading LIVE: Team news, live updates, and post-match reaction from The Mem
- Reading FC team news: Academy stars take on Bristol Rovers