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Leyton Orient Secures Late Victory Over Charlton in EFL Trophy Clash
Leyton Orient defeated Charlton Athletic 2-0 in a thrilling EFL Trophy second round match at The Valley, London on December 10th, 2024. Despite having less possession (56% for Leyton Orient compared to 44% for Charlton), the visitors proved more clinical in front of goal.
Charlton struggled offensively, managing only 6 shots (2 on target) and 5 corners. Their inaccuracy contrasted sharply with Leyton Orient’s superior shot count, registering 23 shots (8 on target) and 6 corners. Disciplinary-wise, Leyton Orient also held the edge, committing 7 fouls compared to Charlton’s 14. A late yellow card for R. Edmonds-Green was Charlton’s only disciplinary issue.
The game remained goalless until stoppage time. However, in the closing moments, Leyton Orient scored twice in quick succession. C. Kelman opened the scoring in the 90th minute, assisted by D. Agyei, who then added a second goal himself. Leyton Orient’s victory reflects their attacking prowess and efficiency, despite slightly lower possession. The match was officiated by S. Parkinson.
Substitutions charlton: at minute 59 T. Campbell came in and K. Dixon went out., at minute 73 A. Campbell came in and G. Docherty went out., at minute 73 D. Kanu came in and M. Godden went out., at minute 73 T. Taylor came in and L. Berry went out., at minute 79 M. Gillesphey came in and D. Potts went out.
Substitutions leyton orient: at minute 76 J. Brown came in and D. Pratley went out., at minute 76 D. Agyei came in and S. Perkins went out., at minute 76 O. O’Neill came in and D. Jaiyesimi went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Charlton
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