Reading FC Unveils New Kit with Controversial Sponsor

Reading FC Unveils New Kit with Controversial Sponsor

Reading FC has announced that they will unveil their new home kit on Tuesday, July 28th, amidst controversy over the club's decision to partner with a gambling company, Mr Vegas. The club confirmed on social media that the new kit will be officially unveiled, marking a return to a more traditional hoops design for the home kit.

Why the Sponsorship Change Matters

The decision to partner with Mr Vegas has been met with mixed reactions from supporters, with some expressing disappointment at the club's choice to promote gambling. Others have noted the ruthless nature of the football industry and are on board with the club getting the best deal possible.

What Comes Next?

Reading will kick off their new season with an away trip to Bromley in the EFL Cup on August 8, followed by a home game against Jack Wilshere's Luton Town on August 15. The club's new kit will be a key part of their preparations for the new season, as they look to build on their 12th-place finish in the final 2025 table, with 63 points, 16 wins, 15 draws, and 15 losses from 46 games.

As the new season gets underway, Reading will be looking to improve on their goal difference, which currently stands at +4, with 64 goals scored and 60 conceded. They will also be looking to close the gap on leaders Lincoln, who are currently 40 points ahead in the title race.

The club's next fixture is against Cambridge United at home on February 20, 2027.

A New Era for Reading FC

The unveiling of the new kit marks a new era for Reading FC, as they look to build on their recent performances and improve their chances of success in the new season. With the club's new sponsor, Mr Vegas, on board, Reading FC is set to enter a new chapter in their history, one that will be marked by a return to a more traditional hoops design for the home kit.