People around the world have reacted following the tragic news that Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II passed away peacefully aged 96 yesterday.
She was the longest reigning British monarch, celebrating 70 years on the throne earlier this year.
Among those to send tributes are Reading players past and present on Twitter, with many more on Instagram unable to be embedded in the story.
Take a look at a selection below:
Sad day today. RIP Queen Elizabeth 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/AZUcxiLSbe
— Tom McIntyre (@Tom5Mc) September 8, 2022
RIP Queen Elizabeth II pic.twitter.com/rYdUDdHLVh
— Junior Hoilett (@jnrhoilett) September 8, 2022
We are truly saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II, at the age of 96.
— Reading FC (@ReadingFC) September 8, 2022
The thoughts of everyone at Reading Football Club are with the Royal Family at this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/ViUqMgyzr6
Rest in peace your majesty 💔 https://t.co/63myrxbmfx
— John Swift (@JohnSwift8) September 8, 2022
It is unsure as of yet whether the weekend's fixtures in the Premier League and EFL will go ahead over the coming days of Royal Mourning.
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