Reading boss eyes a strong finish against Birmingham City
Reading manager Steve Coppell wants his side to finish the season on a high after their 2-0 victory at Norwich ensured three teams will be fighting for one automatic promotion place on the final day of the Coca-Cola Championship on Sunday.
Two Shane Long goals claimed victory as the Royals moved to within two points of third-placed Sheffield United, who are a point adrift of Birmingham in second.
Coppell's side host Blues on Sunday while the Blades visit Crystal Palace, who are managed by United fan and former boss Neil Warnock.
Should Birmingham win they will be promoted but if the game at the Madejski Stadium is a draw and United win then the South Yorkshire side would go up.
However, should Reading win and the Blades lose then the Royals would make an immediate return to the Barclays Premier League on goal difference from Birmingham.
A further permutation would see Reading promoted on goal difference if they win and the Blades draw.
Coppell said: "We want to finish as high up the league as we can. We have a dog's chance of success but that's better than no chance.
"Everyone outside of Norwich was looking for this result to make it exciting on Sunday and it hopefully will be."
