2 May 2007: Reading Sports

Reading FC's mascot, Kingsley, was sent off by the referee during their Premier League match against Newcastle United this week.

The referee claimed the mascot, a giant lion who wears the club's blue and white hooped shirt, was confusing him.

The mascot's dismissal from the side of the pitch before halftime did not appear to hurt the team's luck, as they still won 1-0.

It is unclear whether the mascot will have to miss the next match through suspension.

[The title of this item references an annual event that takes place in Reading, where Saints from all over the UK (and elsewhere) gather for a day of sporting competition, and other revelries.]