Club statement

[Eaststandman]

and the elephant in the room???

[tidus_mi2]

For those who Might have missed it STAR had a meeting with the Reading exec board a few weeks back and addressed a lot of the questions being asked in this thread.

It’s all here in black and white https://star-reading.org/wp-content/upl ... n-2022.pdf

I don't see anything in there about plans if we get relegated, screams that they will bail if we go down.

If that suits your agenda, then that’s what you’ll read into it.
The statement simply concentrates on this season - isn’t that what we want ? To survive this season ?

My agenda? Get oxf*rd

[Franchise FC]

and the elephant in the room???

Play him in goal, no-one would be able to score against us

[Franchise FC]

I don't see anything in there about plans if we get relegated, screams that they will bail if we go down.

If that suits your agenda, then that’s what you’ll read into it.
The statement simply concentrates on this season - isn’t that what we want ? To survive this season ?

My agenda? Get oxf*rd

Ok, in Boris speak :
If that suits ones agenda, then that’s what one will read into it.

Happy now ?

[paultheroyal]

Thing is - fans would be immediately on board with a change of manager - i am just struggling to see why that has not happened.

[CountryRoyal]

Good statement.

How? It doesn't actually say anything

Dai, Pang and the rest of the board could literally bukkake his missus and SCIAG would still lick their arses.

[Zip]

The biggest problem is we do not know what the owners are thinking here.

Why is Pauno still manager?

What are the plans going forward if we go down?

What changes are going to be made to ensure the club starts heading in the right direction?

[Royal_jimmy]

AN OPEN LETTER TO OUR FANS | FROM MR DAI AND DAYONG PANG



WE ARE 150. WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOUR FANTASTIC SUPPORT! AND, RIGHT NOW, IT IS US AGAINST THE WORLD.
Dear Royals supporters,

This is a thank you. This weekend, we are delighted to welcome so many of you all to the Select Car Leasing Stadium for an occasion which can bring us all together in celebration of this club’s 150th anniversary. Thank you so much for your support.

This club has real history. Our 150th anniversary event on Saturday is marking a magnificent achievement for everyone connected to Reading Football Club – owners, managers, coaches, players, staff…past and present. But most of all, our fans. Supporters stick by their side through the good times and the bad and you, our fans, deserve our sincere appreciation and our unreserved gratitude for the loyalty and love you have shown this club.

This season has been tough. We know. We have accepted a points deduction. We have accepted the strict transfer limitations we have had to work with. We have to accept that due to our circumstances and an unimaginable injury crisis, consistent performances have been difficult and achieving results has not been easy. We are in a fight and we need to fight together. To do that, we need you.

Right now, our only aim is to try to stay up. We have a squad of players which has the ability to earn the results we need and we have more than a third of the season to turn this around. One game at a time, a galvanised group of players with the support of our fans in the stands, have to put every ounce of energy into propelling this club forward. Then, in the summer, we can reset. Refocus and begin to build.

We will be better, on and off the pitch. We vowed to fix the issues of the past and that work has already begun. Put simply, though, we need your support. We ask this of you a lot. But it is true. We know supporting a football club isn’t easy. And it isn’t always enjoyable. We won’t always get it right. You’ll not agree with everything we do and what we try might not always work. Fans will always have their voice and it will always be heard. That won’t change and nor should it. However, negativity can’t help us in our fight. We hear your concerns and appreciate your frustration, your pain and anger. But the remainder of this season can’t be about a club fighting itself. This has to be us against the world.

On Saturday, we play Coventry City at the Select Car Leasing and we celebrate the 150th anniversary of our club’s first ever competitive fixture. We have a whole host of activities planned for the day and you have rallied behind us to fill every seat in the stands. Alone, that won’t earn us three points. We know we have to perform for you. But remember, to these players, a few extra percent from their fans matters. It can make the difference.

And win, lose or draw, all we ask is that you get behind the team and give us the best chance of success on Saturday and for the remaining 16 games that follow!

Thank you for your continued loyal, understanding and vocal support.

Mr Dai Yongge, Owner
Mr Dayong Pang, Chief Executive

Sounds like they are trying to get the protest cancelled.

[leon]

AN OPEN LETTER TO OUR FANS | FROM MR DAI AND DAYONG PANG



WE ARE 150. WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOUR FANTASTIC SUPPORT! AND, RIGHT NOW, IT IS US AGAINST THE WORLD.
Dear Royals supporters,

This is a thank you. This weekend, we are delighted to welcome so many of you all to the Select Car Leasing Stadium for an occasion which can bring us all together in celebration of this club’s 150th anniversary. Thank you so much for your support.

This club has real history. Our 150th anniversary event on Saturday is marking a magnificent achievement for everyone connected to Reading Football Club – owners, managers, coaches, players, staff…past and present. But most of all, our fans. Supporters stick by their side through the good times and the bad and you, our fans, deserve our sincere appreciation and our unreserved gratitude for the loyalty and love you have shown this club.

This season has been tough. We know. We have accepted a points deduction. We have accepted the strict transfer limitations we have had to work with. We have to accept that due to our circumstances and an unimaginable injury crisis, consistent performances have been difficult and achieving results has not been easy. We are in a fight and we need to fight together. To do that, we need you.

Right now, our only aim is to try to stay up. We have a squad of players which has the ability to earn the results we need and we have more than a third of the season to turn this around. One game at a time, a galvanised group of players with the support of our fans in the stands, have to put every ounce of energy into propelling this club forward. Then, in the summer, we can reset. Refocus and begin to build.

We will be better, on and off the pitch. We vowed to fix the issues of the past and that work has already begun. Put simply, though, we need your support. We ask this of you a lot. But it is true. We know supporting a football club isn’t easy. And it isn’t always enjoyable. We won’t always get it right. You’ll not agree with everything we do and what we try might not always work. Fans will always have their voice and it will always be heard. That won’t change and nor should it. However, negativity can’t help us in our fight. We hear your concerns and appreciate your frustration, your pain and anger. But the remainder of this season can’t be about a club fighting itself. This has to be us against the world.

On Saturday, we play Coventry City at the Select Car Leasing and we celebrate the 150th anniversary of our club’s first ever competitive fixture. We have a whole host of activities planned for the day and you have rallied behind us to fill every seat in the stands. Alone, that won’t earn us three points. We know we have to perform for you. But remember, to these players, a few extra percent from their fans matters. It can make the difference.

And win, lose or draw, all we ask is that you get behind the team and give us the best chance of success on Saturday and for the remaining 16 games that follow!

Thank you for your continued loyal, understanding and vocal support.

Mr Dai Yongge, Owner
Mr Dayong Pang, Chief Executive

Sounds like they are trying to get the protest cancelled.

Yes it does.

[RoyalBlue]

For those who Might have missed it STAR had a meeting with the Reading exec board a few weeks back and addressed a lot of the questions being asked in this thread.

It’s all here in black and white https://star-reading.org/wp-content/upl ... n-2022.pdf

I don't see anything in there about plans if we get relegated, screams that they will bail if we go down.

They're trying to be positive and regenerate an air of positivity. It would be crazy at this point to talk about plans for if we get relegated. Furthermore, had they done so, they would've been criticised for that too, including for being too negative!

Unlike the team, it seems they will never be able to win, regardless of what they do or say.

[Royal_jimmy]

For those who Might have missed it STAR had a meeting with the Reading exec board a few weeks back and addressed a lot of the questions being asked in this thread.

It’s all here in black and white https://star-reading.org/wp-content/upl ... n-2022.pdf

I don't see anything in there about plans if we get relegated, screams that they will bail if we go down.

They're trying to be positive and regenerate an air of positivity. It would be crazy at this point to talk about plans for if we get relegated. Furthermore, had they done so, they would've been criticised for that too, including for being too negative!

Unlike the team, it seems they will never be able to win, regardless of what they do or say.

Who knows if they have a plan for if we go down? maybe they do have a plan and are trying to avoid negativity as you say

[Zammo]

I'm 100% behind the statement and I'll be backing the boys and making some noise.

[Millsy]

For all those who were against any form of action that some of called for a month ago, this is the effect it has. Some communication if nothing else.

Yes it's too little, yes it's too late, yes it seems desperate to cancel the protest, yes it doesn't mention manager changes (but it can't really)... but to be fair it's well written, sounds sincere and apologetic. They clearly "care"

They're taking note.

Onwards with the protest! But tone down any criticism of the owners, focus on Pauno Out.

AND of course for the 90mins get behind the boys. They're right about that.

[Hound]

as pointed out, it is vaguely interesting no mention of Pauno at all. Other than that its not interesting at all.

[CountryRoyal]

as pointed out, it is vaguely interesting no mention of Pauno at all. Other than that its not interesting at all.

I'm not convinced. I think its implied in the whole "all stick together" bollocks.

[YorkshireRoyal99]

as pointed out, it is vaguely interesting no mention of Pauno at all. Other than that its not interesting at all.

I'm not convinced. I think its implied in the whole "all stick together" bollocks.

That's really the only reason why I thought it was "good". I probably overstated it a bit really. It's nice to see some sort of message from the club, even though it doesn't really tell us a great deal we don't already know.

[CountryRoyal]

as pointed out, it is vaguely interesting no mention of Pauno at all. Other than that its not interesting at all.

I'm not convinced. I think its implied in the whole "all stick together" bollocks.

That's really the only reason why I thought it was "good". I probably overstated it a bit really. It's nice to see some sort of message from the club, even though it doesn't really tell us a great deal we don't already know.

I think its patronising, especially in its convenient timing before a game where a protest is planned (which is also on TV).

[Sanguine]

as pointed out, it is vaguely interesting no mention of Pauno at all. Other than that its not interesting at all.

I'm not convinced. I think its implied in the whole "all stick together" bollocks.

Yeah, that. They've essentially said, he's got most of his squad back now, we're giving him a chance to keep us up.

For the record if the club plays The Great Escape before any match (per the STAR notes) I think I'll leave.

[McDermolenko]

What an incredibly meaningful statement. All of our concerns have now been addressed, there’s a real feeling of intent and unity, and to top it off, at least 10 of us will be going home a grand richer.

Dai, you truly are a worthwhile overlord. UUUURRRZZZZ!!!1!1!!

[paultheroyal]

I'm 100% behind the statement and I'll be backing the boys and making some noise.

I am with you Zammo - any protest can be left for outside of the ground.

Having said that - announcement before Saturday that Pauno has gone, changes everything!