Reading fans took to social media after two mentions on BBC's coverage of England's 6-2 victory over Iran in the World Cup.

Former Championship stars Jack Grealish and Jude Bellingham were on the scoresheet for the Three Lions as they romped to victory in their opening 2022 World Cup fixtures.

However, it was nothing to do with Gareth Southgate's side that warranted the mention, but rather an opposition player.

Iranian midfielder Saeid Ezatolahi came on at half-time, with his team 3-0 down, five years on from his short stint in Berkshire.

The 26-year-old, who picked up his 50th cap for his country, was due to spend the 2018/19 campaign on loan but picked up a season-ending injury after just four matches.

After returning to the Russian Premier League, he is now in Denmark with Vejle.

Guy Mowbray, who was commentating alongside Jermaine Jenas, only had to say "Saeid Ezatolahi, formerly of Reading" to set social media into a frenzy.

One supporter said: "Reading mentioned twice on BBC, truly a massive club" while another added "WE GOT A MENTION."

Conceding another three while on the pitch, Iran managed to score twice and now face Wales on Friday as they look to keep any hopes of progression to the knockout phase alive.