Reading stuttered on their return from a two-week break, falling 3-1 to Leyton Orient in London. Ben and Ross debate the form of various key players at the club, and whether the holiday period’s results were a fair reflection of the Royals' level.

Plus, there’s ample discussion of the recruitment, with the January window already two thirds through - with the boys agreeing on the position that needs strengthening the most.

And with Louisiana Day fast approaching, there’s time for a Paudie O’Connor-heavy preview of the Barnsley clash. 

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