Jordan Ayew’s growing influence continued with yet another impressive display that was crowned with a goal in the Carabao Cup.

The Black Stars striker scored his second goal of the season as Swansea advanced to the next stage at Reading’s expense. 

Also, Islam Slimani's superb strike helped Leicester see off a wasteful Liverpool at the King Power Stadium to reach the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.

The Algeria striker fired left-footed into the top corner after substitute Shinji Okazaki had put the Foxes ahead.

That came after Liverpool had dominated a first half in which Philippe Coutinho shone before being replaced.

Okazaki's arrival sparked the Foxes into life and he latched onto Vicente Iborra's knockdown for the opener.

Summer signings Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Dominic Solanke both missed good opportunities for the visitors, who named a much-changed side. 

Defender Daniel Amartey lasted the entire duration of the game for the Foxes. 

Elsewhere, Roy Hodgson got his first win as Crystal Palace boss at home to Huddersfield with Jeffrey Schlupp playing a vital role for the Eagles and Bristol City shocked Premier League Stoke.

It took Tottenham 65 minutes to break down a resolute Barnsley at Wembley, while Leeds beat Burnley on penalties at Turf Moor.

Joshua King scored in extra time to send Bournemouth through against Brighton, as Middlesbrough knocked out fellow Championship side Aston Villa. 

And Andre Ayew featured in West Ham's resounding 3-0 victory over the less-fancied Bolton Wanderers.