In the 2025/26 season, Manchester United entered the FA Cup in the against Brighton & Hove Albion on January 11, 2026. Reading’s own 2025/26 campaign began with their key dates confirmed as early as August 2025. Historical Matchup: Manchester United vs. Reading

The most recent high-profile meeting between these two in the FA Cup occurred in during the Fourth Round. Final Score: Manchester United 3-1 Reading.

Reading’s Andy Carroll was sent off after a second yellow card for a foul on Casemiro.

Brazilian midfielder Casemiro stole the show with a second-half brace, followed by a goal from Fred .

While there is no match scheduled for the remainder of the 2025/26 FA Cup season, this fixture is a classic cup tie that has produced memorable moments in recent years.

Amadou Mbengue scored a late header for the Royals. Man United 3-1 Reading (Jan 28, 2023) Final Score - ESPN