Natalie Cowell returns for a second season as a Royal! The striker was our top goalscorer having made 24 appearances and scoring 15 goals.
Welcome back, Nat!
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Ellie Szekeres retained for 2026/27 season!
Ellie Szekeres returns for a second season as a Royal! The midfielder was our breakout star of the season after making the step up from our U16’s, she makes the First Team move permanent having made 11 appearances and scoring 1 goal.
Welcome back, Ellie!
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Bethan Poole retained for 2026/27 season!
Bethan Poole returns for a second season as a Royal! The defender was composure personified in the backline having made 21 appearances and scoring 1 goal.
Welcome back, Bethan!
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Sophie Butler retained for 2026/27 season!
Sophie Butler returns for a second season as a Royal! The Fans Player of the Season recipient and our safe hands between the sticks is back having made 12 appearances.
Welcome back, Soph!
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Alice Curr signs for Reading FC Women for the 2026/27 season!
Alice Curr is Ed Jackson-Norris’ fifth new signing of the 2026/27 season. Here’s what he had to say about the defender.
Personality and quality in abundance! Alice has fit straight in and already got going with goals and assists, she’s going to be a big one for us this year!
Welcome to the Royals, Alice!
Former clubs: Ascot United, Queens Park Rangers, AFC Wimbledon, MK Dons, Fulham
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Freya Morgan signs for Reading FC Women for the 2026/27 season!
Freya Morgan is Ed Jackson-Norris’ fourth new signing of the 2026/27 season. Here’s what he had to say about the midfielder.
Freya is absolutely one who will get supporters off their seats this season! A super exciting technician, she’s hit the ground running this pre season and she’s only getting better each passing session.
Welcome to the Royals, Freya!
Former clubs: Ascot United, Brentford, Maidenhead United
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Lara Moore retained for 2026/27 season!
Lara Moore returns for a second season as a Royal! The defender made her First Team debut in April 2026 having come through the player pathway with the club. We’re thrilled to see Lara make the step up and can’t wait to watch her in action!
Welcome back, Lara!
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Sarah Thompson retained for 2026/27 season!
Sarah Thompson returns for a second season as a Royal! The defender was pivotal to our defensive success having made 24 appearances and scoring 2 goals.
Welcome back, Sarah!
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Tarran Williams signs for Reading FC Women for the 2026/27 season!
Tarran Williams is Ed Jackson-Norris’ third new signing of the 2026/27 season. Here’s what he had to say on the midfielder.
Buzzing to be working with Tarran again! Certainly fits right into the personality of the group!
Welcome to the Royals, Tarran!
Former clubs: Portsmouth, Maidenhead United, Farnham Town
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Reading FC Women in the 2026/27 Women’s FA Cup
Reading FC Women can confirm we will compete in the prestigious Women’s FA Cup for the 2026/27 season. As a Tier 5 side, the Royals are exempt until the Second Round Qualifying of the competition.
Adobe Women’s FA Cup 2026/27 Round Dates
Preliminary Round: Sunday 23rd August 2026
First Round Qualifying: Sunday 6th September 2026
Second Round Qualifying: Sunday 20th September 2026
Third Round Qualifying: Sunday 4th October 2026
First Round Proper: Sunday 25th October 2026
Second Round Proper: Sunday 15th November 2026
Third Round Proper: Sunday 13th December 2026
Fourth Round Proper: Sunday 17th January 2027
Fifth Round Proper: Sunday 21st February 2027
Quarter Final: Sunday 21st March 2027
Semi Final: Sunday 11th April 2027
Final: Saturday 15th May 2027Details of our Second Round Qualifying tie will be released in due course. Keep an eye on our socials to stay up to date with the latest news.