Reading came from behind to beat promotion-chasing Bolton Wanderers 2-1 in a hectic afternoon at the SCL Stadium.
Here is reaction from manager Ruben Selles.
Selles on the win
That was what we wanted; it is just the amount of effort we have to put in to get it is always a lot. I am very proud of the players. They showed not only football but character during the entire week. They focused on the game, and I think the victory was important, but it was also about the way we do things and how we get the victories. More than the victory, it was the team spirit today.
Selles on impact of substitutions
We work on it, and we know exactly what every player can bring on the pitch. The good thing is that they have a great relationship in the dressing room and a big team spirit inside. That is why we can go through everything that is in front of us and compete against any player. One of our strengths is that we have a lot of players capable to play and wanting to play. It is always difficult to pick the lineup and squad, but every time they step on the pitch, they want to make a difference. I am very proud of their character and the way they do things.
Selles on supporters
The fans have been brilliant for us for the entire season. I think we have a game and people can always see the level of effort and commitment. They have been supporting me and the team in every situation, when we were leading and when we were losing. Taking the protests aside, I think we felt their support. If we want to do important things, we need to do it together.
Selles on beating a top six side.
We try to be confident because of the things we do daily, because of routines and the way that we play. I have seen this group playing, training and competing and it doesn’t matter who is in front, they want to win. Some days we are better than others where we are still growing, but our strength is in us- the way we do things and the way we want to go and beat the opponent. Winning reinforces the message every time, but the most important thing is that we didn’t change a single thing about how we are or what we want. We know that in the long term this team will be successful because we have an amazing dressing room.
Selles on EFL Trophy changes
As usual, trying to win every single game. I don’t have a problem changing the lineup or making substitutions, because I have a good squad to compete. I am going to prepare for Exeter by trying to go there with my identity, and my team, to beat them as we would any game I will with Reading.
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