Colchester United enjoyed a comfortable 2-0 win over Port Vale this afternoon, in their opening home game of the new season.
First-half goals from Courtney Senior and Ryan Jackson sealed a comprehensive victory for the U's, who made it four points from a possible six in League Two.
Gazette photographer Steve Brading was on hand to capture all of the action, on what was a productive day for John McGreal's side.
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