Leyton Orient delivered a late show to secure a dramatic 2-0 victory over Charlton Athletic in the Round of 32 of the EFL Trophy at The Valley.
The match, which looked destined for a goalless stalemate, exploded into life in stoppage time, with English-born Ghanaian Daniel Agyei playing a starring role.
The first half was a tight affair, with both sides struggling to create clear-cut opportunities. Charlton dominated possession but failed to break down Leyton Orient’s resolute defense.
The breakthrough came in the 93rd minute when Agyei, demonstrating his playmaking prowess, set up Charlie Kelman, who finished clinically into the bottom corner. Just two minutes later, Agyei sealed the win in style, unleashing a sensational left-footed strike from outside the box after being teed up by Ethan Galbraith.
This victory extended Leyton Orient’s resurgence under manager Richie Wellens and further showcased Agyei’s impressive form this season. With Burton Albion up next in League One, Leyton Orient will look to carry this momentum forward.
The win adds to Leyton Orient’s record against Charlton, who remain ahead in the overall head-to-head tally with six wins to Orient’s four.
