article_snippet: The Royals face an FA Cup quarter-final replay against Bradford next week following Saturday's goalless draw in Yorkshire.
article_snippet: But before that Steve Clarke's side must attempt to ease any fears of being sucked into the Championship relegation battle with two tough matches, the midweek visit of the Seagulls followed by a trip to promotion-chasing Watford on Saturday.
article_snippet: Between now and the replay there's two important games for both sides,' said Reading manager Steve Clarke. '
article_snippet: We want the same resolve and desire on Tuesday night, and hopefully a couple of goals and three points.'
article_snippet: Brighton, a point and a place below Reading in 19th, will be without striker Sam Baldock who looks set to miss the rest of the season with a knee injury.
article_snippet: Kazenga LuaLua is likely to come into the starting line-up in Baldock's absence and Kazenga LuaLua expects a stern test against the Royals. '
article_snippet: It's going to be a tough game for us, but every match is going to be tough now,' Kazenga LuaLua told the club website. '
article_snippet: Reading are not far from where us are in the league, but it's still going to be a very difficult game. '
article_snippet: With the squad They have, They may feel They should be in a higher position, but the league is very tough and competitive.'