Reading FC legend Adam Le Fondre returned to Berkshire on Sunday for a Q&A event at the Purple Turtle.
He was joined by former Reading manager Brian McDermott, to reminisce with fans about the 2011-2012 Championship title winning season and Reading’s last Premier League season in 2012-2013.
Le Fondre, fresh from scoring for FC United Of Manchester in a 2-2 draw against Workington on Saturday, gave Reading fans an insight into what went on behind closed doors during his time at Reading – including a punch up between Alex Pearce and Royston Drenthe.
The former striker, who was top scorer in all three of his seasons at Reading, picked out his two goals in the crucial 3-1 win at Southampton during the 2011-2012 promotion season as his favourite memory during his time at the club.
He also met with fans and signed shirts before heading back to Manchester.
“It was brilliant to be able to share memories of my time at Reading,” said Le Fondre. “I really enjoyed it.”
Reading fan Byron Richards said: “It has been one of the best days of my life, seeing two of my heroes.”
Former Reading midfielder Jem Karacan – who played for the club in their last season in the Premier League – will be at the Purple Turtle on Sunday afternoon for a Q&A with fans, who will have a chance to meet him and ask him questions about his time at Reading.
There are still tickets and some guest passes available for Sunday’s event, which starts at 1pm. For ticket information, email markroachonline@yahoo.co.uk or send a WhatsApp message to 07842 627548.
