Simon Church insists that Reading have nothing to fear as they prepare to face the Swans on Monday at Wembley

The Reading man will line up against Swansea City on Monday in a one off game where the winners will take their place in next season's Premier League.

And, in an interview with the Western Mail, he said that Reading have nothing to fear ahead of the game although he acknowledged that they are up against a good side.

“The key to this Reading side is the fact that we are a team – it’s very much a family affair, if you like,” said Church.

“If players are injured or suspended we support them and the players that replace them.

“That is the way it is here, that is the secret.

“We all watched the Swansea game the other night and they are a magnificent side.

“They’ve been excellent all season and we know we’re in for a tough battle.

“Their manager Brendan Rodgers has done a fantastic job with the football they play, but it’s what we do that is most important. We don’t fear Swansea, why should we?

“We know we can beat anybody in the league and we will go into the final with confidence.

“We have a big squad and everyone at the club knows their roles.

“It was important that we focused on what we did and not what Cardiff were doing.

“We had a game plan and it worked. Obviously getting the first goal is important but we stuck to that game plan throughout.

“Swansea will be a different test altogether but it’s a massive test for us. It’s a one-off game and I’m sure we’ll give a better account of ourselves.”

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