Bristol Rovers v Reading
Jersey Mike's Trophy, The Memorial Stadium, Tuesday 10 November 2026, 7pm KO
Bristol Rovers will conclude their 2026/27 Jersey Mike's Trophy campaign against Reading at The Memorial Stadium on Tuesday night.
The Gas are out of the competition after taking one point from their two games, meaning a win will not be enough to reach the top two in Southern Group C, with second-place Chelsea U21s on five points.
The Pirates won their previous outing to start November strongly, beating Sky Bet League One side Cambridge United 2-0 in the Emirates FA Cup Proper after second-half strikes from Reiss Russell-Denny and Fabrizio Cavegn.
Reading still have a chance of progressing to the next round, and they also had cup success over the weekend, beating Peterborough United 5-0 on the road.
Read everything you need to know about the fixture below...
Tickets...
Tickets are still available for our fixture at home to Reading!
Opposition...
With Tuesday night's fixture at The Mem being the final game in the Southern Group C in the Jersey's Mike's Trophy, Reading know the right result will see them through to the knockout stages.
Reading are on two points after two games, three points behind second-place Chelsea U21s and three behind in goal difference, meaning they must complete a sizeable triumph to progress.
The Royals come into the contest after a 5-0 away win over Peterborough United, with Charlie Savage netting a brace in front of his father, Robbie Savage, Posh's manager.
In Sky Bet League One, Reading are in sixth place, just inside the playoffs. The Royals lost 2-0 to Oxford United last time out in the third tier, with former Rovers loanee Gatlin O'Donkor scoring and assisting, but won three of their five before that to put them in a strong position.
After selling striker Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan in the summer transfer window to Danish Superliga club AC Horsens, the Royals made significant moves to bolster their attack.
Reading brought in strikers Jacob Brown and Jamie Reid from fellow Sky Bet League One teams Luton Town and Stevenage, respectively, while adding two Sky Bet Championship attacking midfielders, George Earthy on a permanent deal from West Ham United and Josh Stokes on loan from Bristol City. Winger Kyreece Lisbie also signed from Colchester United.
Leam Richardson also signed three centre-backs to add to his defensive ranks, with Conor Masterson, Udoka Godwin-Malife and Josh Knight signing on.
Previous Meetings...
Rovers have a torrid record against Reading, losing seven of their last nine matches against the Royals, stretching back to January 2000. Reading won the last meeting in April 2025, with Lewis Wing and Chem Campbell netting second-half goals at The Mem in a 2-0 win.
Rovers' last triumph over Reading was in the 1998/99 season, when the Gas completed the league double. The Pirates won 4-1 at home in Division 2 before a thumping 6-1 away win.
Matchday Times...
Club Store | 10am - 7pm
Ticket Office | 4pm
Thatchers Bar | 5pm
Pukka Fanzone | 5pm
Hospitality: 5pm
Access for Disabled Supporters | 5:15pm
Home Turnstiles | 6pm
Away Turnstiles | 6pm
Staying safe at The Mem...
Bristol Rovers wants all attendees to enjoy football in a safe and inclusive environment.
Seated tickets come with an allocated seat and row number, and supporters are kindly reminded to sit only in the seat that comes with the ticket.
Furthermore, Bristol Rovers must ensure we operate in full accordance with EFL ground regulations. A particular issue that has been fed back by some fans is persistent standing. Supporters wishing to stand for matches are kindly advised to locate themselves in one of the available terraces.
Additionally, Bristol Rovers would like to remind all supporters that throwing objects onto the pitch or entering the field of play is strictly prohibited. Both offences are criminal acts under UK law. Anyone involved can face arrest, fines and potential banning orders. We ask all fans to support the team responsibly and help us maintain a safe and respectful matchday environment.
Bristol Rovers is committed to removing and eliminating any direct or indirect discrimination of any form or kind within club structures and will, under no circumstances, condone unlawful discriminatory practices. To discover how to report any incidents of discrimination, click here.
Match Officials...
Referee: Oliver Mackey
Assistant Referee: Sean Rothwell and Declan O'Shea
Fourth Official: Niall Felton
