On this day last year, Reading roared into the EFL Trophy knockout stages with a 5-0 win over rivals Swindon Town, watched by one of the largest crowds in the competition.

Historical rivals dating back over a century, the Royals hosted the Robins for the first time in over 20 years last year and the difference in standards was clear to see.

Over 6,100 supporters turned out for what is usually a poorly attended competition, with Ruben Selles making 10 changes from the previous league match for the visit of the fourth-tier neighbours.

1,400 made the short trip down the M4 from Wiltshire and all left disappointed.

Midfielder Harvey Knibbs grabbed himself a first Reading hattrick within the opening 50 minutes, while Paul Mukariu and Harlee Dean scored late in the evening.

Following on from the historic 9-0 win at Exeter City in the opening group match, progression into the knockout stages was sealed with a game to spare.

Arsenal Under-21s were dispatched 5-2 before Charlton Athletic were knocked out on penalties.

It took another penalty shootout, this time at Brighton and Hove Albion Under-21s, to end the Royals' interest in the competition at the Round of 16 stage.