Yes. Reading played in the Premier League across 2 spells from 2006/07 to 2012/13, for 3 seasons in total; their last season was 2012/13, and they are not in the 2026/27 league.
Reading's two Premier League spells
Reading's entire Premier League history sits within a short window, with one stay followed by a later return.
| Spell | Seasons | How it ended |
|---|---|---|
| First spell | 2006/07–2007/08 | Relegated (18th, 36 points) |
| Second spell | 2012/13 | Relegated (19th, 28 points) |
Both stays ended in relegation. That is the clearest reason Reading did not become a long-term Premier League club, even though they reached the division on more than one occasion.
Final league outcomes by season
The season-by-season finishes show both the peak and the decline of Reading's time at this level.
| Season | Final outcome |
|---|---|
| 2006/07 | 8th |
| 2007/08 | 18th, 36 points, relegated |
| 2012/13 | 19th, 28 points, relegated |
Reading have never won the Premier League. Their strongest finish came in their first campaign, while the lowest placing came in the last one, which gives their top-flight story a sharp rise-and-fall shape across a small number of seasons.
What the overall record looks like
The full record gives a compact view of Reading's place in Premier League history.
| Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals for | Goals against | Points | All-time rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114 | 32 | 23 | 59 | 136 | 186 | 119 | 43rd |
That record comes with a goal difference of -50. Across all Premier League clubs, Reading sit 43rd in the all-time table, which shows that their stay was limited in length but still substantial enough to leave a clear statistical footprint.
Reading since their last Premier League season
After 2012/13, Reading spent 13 seasons from 2013/14 to 2025/26 outside the Premier League, and they are also absent from the 2026/27 season.
FAQ
When were Reading last in the Premier League?
Reading were last in the Premier League in 2012/13. That season ended with relegation after a 19th-place finish.
How many Premier League seasons did Reading play?
Reading played 3 Premier League seasons in total. Those seasons were split across 2 separate spells rather than one long stay.
Are Reading in the Premier League now?
No. Reading are not one of the 20 clubs in the 2026/27 Premier League season.
What was Reading's best Premier League finish?
Their best finish was 8th in 2006/07. That was their first-ever Premier League season, so their high point came right at the start of their time in the division.