Reading Crowned Champions: McDermott's Team Triumphs Over Birmingham City in Dramatic Finale
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Reading Crowned Champions: McDermott's Team Triumphs Over Birmingham City in Dramatic Finale
Readings manager Brian McDermott applauds his supporters as his team are crowned champions despite loosing 2-0 to Birmingham City during the npower Football League Championship match at St Andrews, Birmingham
Reading Football Club is a professional association football club based in Reading, Berkshire, England
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In this evocative photograph captured by acclaimed sports photographer David Jones, Reading Football Club manager Brian McDermott raises his arms in triumph as his team is crowned champions of the npower Football League Championship, despite suffering a 2-0 defeat against Birmingham City at St. Andrew's Stadium. The scene is a poignant testament to the indomitable spirit of the Reading squad and their unwavering commitment to securing the coveted title. The air is thick with tension as McDermott, clad in his team's royal blue kit, turns to acknowledge the jubilant supporters who have traveled in their thousands to witness this historic moment. The sea of blue and white scarves and banners, waving in the air, creates a vibrant tableau of passion and unity. The opposing team's players and staff stand respectfully to the side, acknowledging the significance of the occasion. The dramatic finale to the 2011-2012 Championship season saw Reading clinch the title on the last day of the campaign, thanks to a goal difference superiority over their closest rivals, Cardiff City. The team's remarkable turnaround from a disappointing start to the season, coupled with their unyielding determination and resilience, had earned them the right to be crowned champions. This poignant image encapsulates the raw emotion and excitement of a hard-fought victory, as well as the unbreakable bond between a team and its fans. It is a moment that will live long in the memory of Reading Football Club supporters, and a testament to the power of perseverance and belief in the face of adversity.
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