Vyner was solid but could not prevent Bristol from getting knocked out of the FA Cup by Wolves, while Odada & Ayunga were left out in Scotland.
Harambee Stars defender Zak Vyner delivered a commendable performance for Bristol City but couldn’t prevent their narrow 2-1 defeat to Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers in the FA Cup third round at Ashton Gate on Saturday.
Vyner, deployed as part of a back three, made significant contributions defensively, including two clearances, two tackles, and two interceptions.
He won three of his five ground duels and maintained an impressive 87% passing accuracy, showcasing his composure under pressure.
Harper, who was called up to the Harambee Stars squad in October 2023, scored and assisted as Exeter qualified for the FA Cup fouth round for the first time in 44 years.
Wolves’ first-half goals from Rayan Aït-Nouri and Rodrigo Gomes underscored the gulf in quality between the two sides. Bristol City, however, found hope through Scott Twine’s stunning free-kick just before halftime.
The Championship outfit nearly forced a dramatic equalizer late in the match, with Ross McCrorie’s header rattling the underside of the crossbar. Despite their spirited efforts, Wolves held firm to advance to the fourth round.
Odada and Ayunga left out as Dundee United snatch win Over St Mirren
In Scotland, Kenyan internationals Richard Odada and Jonah Ayunga were absent from action as Dundee United edged out St Mirren 1-0 in a Scottish Premiership clash marked by missed opportunities and late drama.
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St Mirren, who have now suffered four consecutive losses, created plenty of chances but failed to capitalize. Richard Taylor’s early header was cleared off the line, and Mikael Mandron struck the underside of the bar, epitomizing their struggles in front of goal. Substitute Toyosi Olusanya squandered a one-on-one opportunity before his penalty in stoppage time was saved by Dundee United’s goalkeeper Jack Walton.
The decisive moment came in the 88th minute when Louis Moult delivered a spectacular overhead kick, securing three crucial points for United. The victory strengthens Dundee United’s hold on third place, while St Mirren drops out of the top six after failing to score in three consecutive matches.
Ayunga, who has struggled for form this season with just one goal for St Mirren, and Odada, who last featured in Dundee United’s loss to Celtic, will hope to contribute in their respective teams’ upcoming fixtures.
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