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Reading supporters fully behind Federici after FA Cup gaffe

Reading fans have launched a social media campaign to support goalkeeper Adam Federici.

The Australian gloveman was at fault for Alexis Sanchez's second goal as the Royals were beaten 2-1 by Arsenal in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Saturday.

Federici saw the Chilean's low angled attempt squirm past him and in over the line after he got hands to the ball as the Championship club bowed out of the famous cup competition in extra-time.

But rather than blame Federici, the Reading faithful have backed him with a #FlagsForFeds movement where they will all show their colours - Australian of course - to get behind the 30-year old during Wednesday night's clash with Birmingham City at the Madejski Stadium.

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