Reading secured their first point of the season with a 1-1 draw against AFC Wimbledon, as manager Leam Richardson praised the team's defensive effort while expressing disappointment at failing to capitalize on chances. The Royals dominated possession with 64% of the ball and maintained a clean sheet, but Richardson admitted they 'did enough' within the game to secure all three points. 'I’m disappointed not to win,' Richardson said, 'but I thought we did enough. We had enough shots and final-third entries.' The draw followed a psychological test for the squad, as Wimbledon, a strong home team, posed a challenge. Richardson emphasized the need for better finishing, citing a 'really good phase' in the first half that went unconverted. The manager also criticized the team's late-game collapse after substitutions, which led to a stop-start second half. 'We lost our way towards the end with all the subs,' he said, 'but we defended really well today.' The manager praised the squad's intent, deploying every offensive player to push for victory. 'We felt the game was there,' Richardson added, 'but we needed another 5% or 10%.' The manager also highlighted the developing partnership between Godwin-Malife and Lisbie down the right flank, calling them 'a threat' and urging similar growth on the other side. Earthy's debut was noted as a positive, with Richardson acknowledging the young player's impact despite a lack of final passes. The manager also set the tone for the upcoming Carabao Cup clash against Stevenage, insisting the team would 'attack it as best they can.'