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Reading boss Clarke says Federici will bounce back

Reading boss Steve Clarke says Adam Federici will bounce back from his FA Cup semifinal howler

Arsenal are into the final after Federici handed them a 2-1 extra-time victory.

Clarke insists Federici has the strength of character to overcome his Wembley nightmare.

"This is the life of a goalkeeper and Adam Federici is a top goalkeeper, and every chance he will be player of the season for Reading because his performances in the Championship have been crucial," he said.

"We stick by him. We lose and win as a team. We all understand how important he is for the club.

"Adam is a strong character and will take it on the chin, and Wednesday night when we play Birmingham at home, I am sure he will be as good as he always is."

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