Reading defeated Colchester United in the EFL Cup on Saturday, as they started their campaign with a much-needed victory.

It has been all change off the pitch for the Royals as Mark Bowen was sacked with new manager Veljko Paunovic coming into replace him for the new season.

Despite the upheaval surrounding the Royals, they still managed to get a win on Saturday as they brushed aside League Two opposition in the form of Colchester.

One man stole the show for Reading, as Lucas Joao came away with the match ball after he netted a perfect hat-trick, scoring with his right-foot, left-foot and his head.

It could be a big season for the Portuguese man who is set to lead the line for the Royals over the next 10 months.

Here's how Reading supporters reacted to his phenomenal display on Saturday...

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