The 2014-15 campaign was a turbulent but unforgettable season for The Royals, defined by a heroic run to the FA Cup Semi-finals that provided a welcome distraction from a disappointing 19th-place finish in the Championship. After a tough start that saw manager Nigel Adkins sacked in December and replaced by Steve Clarke, the team found form in the cup competitions. Leading the line were joint league top scorers Simon Cox and on-loan Glenn Murray, who both netted 8 crucial goals. The year was immortalized by the journey to Wembley for the FA Cup semi-final, which ended in heartbreak against Arsenal when a crucial goalkeeping error from Adam Federici in extra-time decided the tie, marking a significant and dramatic chapter in the club's modern history.