Vyner, who was called up to the Harambee Stars squad last June, played a crucial defensive role for Bristol City in their win over Blackburn to help them keep their English Premier League promotion hopes alive
Harambee Stars defensive prospect Zak Vyner delivered a solid performance as Bristol City edged Blackburn Rovers 2-1, strengthening their bid for Premier League promotion.
Vyner, who missed his Kenya debut in June due to incomplete documentation , featured prominently as a right-sided center-back, showcasing his reliability in defense.
The defender recorded an 81% pass accuracy, made six clearances and tackles, and won three of his five ground duels, anchoring Bristol City’s defense in a critical victory.
AFC Leopards created some good chances but could not make them count as they were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw on Saturday.
Nahki Wells emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal to secure Bristol City’s fourth consecutive home win at Ashton Gate. The victory moved them to eighth place in the Sky Bet Championship table, just two points shy of the promotion playoff spots.
Bristol City opened the scoring in the 12th minute through a spectacular free-kick by Scott Twine, marking his third goal in four games at Ashton Gate. Rovers equalized before halftime, with former Bristol player Andi Weimann heading in from close range.
City responded strongly in the second half, with Head Coach Liam Manning’s substitutions proving pivotal. George Tanner and Sinclair Armstrong made way for Mark Sykes and Nahki Wells just before the hour mark. Wells made his presence felt in the 77th minute, latching onto a precise through ball from fellow substitute Joe Williams to net the winner.
The Robins held firm through four minutes of added time, sealing a crucial win that keeps their promotion aspirations alive.
Silko Thomas impresses in Wigan’s League One win over Bristol Rovers
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In League One action, Harambee Stars midfielder Silko Thomas Otieno delivered a strong performance as Wigan Athletic secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Bristol Rovers at the Brick Community Stadium.
Otieno was industrious down the left flank and registered one key pass during the game, contributing significantly to Wigan’s attack.
James Carragher gave Wigan the perfect start, heading in Joseph Hungbo’s free-kick in the sixth minute for his first senior goal. Later, a defensive lapse by Bristol Rovers allowed Talor to set up Jonny Smith for Wigan’s second goal.
The Latics came close to adding a third when Thelo Aasgaard’s strike hit the crossbar, but they comfortably saw out the match.
The victory lifts Wigan to 16th place in League One with 33 points, keeping them within nine points of the playoff spots with a game in hand.
