Harambee Stars forward Clarke Oduor had a debut to remember for his new club Grimsby Town as they eliminated Manchester United from the Carabao Cup.
Harambee Stars forward Clarke Oduor had a memorable debut for English fourth tier club Grimsby Town when they secured a shock win over Manchester United in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.
The League Two side embarrassed giants United, when they won on post-match penalties, having taken a 2-0 lead before the Red Devils fought back to equalise in regulation time.
Oduor, who had just signed for Grimsby Town, was thrown right in he fray as he was named on the bench for the famous tie and made his debut for the club when he was introduced for George McEachran in the 73rd minute.
PAY ATTENTION: Stay updated with the Latest Sports News in Kenya from Pulse Sports
08:08 - 27.08.2025
Harambee Stars Midfielder Secures Loan Move to Blundell Park Ahead of League Two Campaign
The England-born star has sealed a season-long loan to strengthen Grimsby Town’s midfield after helping Bradford earn League One promotion.
By this time, Grimsby Town were leading 2-0 before Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire scored late to level the scores, forcing the match into penalties.
Oduor Misses His Penalty But Grimsby Town Win
Oduor was, however, unlucky in the shootouts when he missed his penalty but his side did enough to make it to the next round of the competition.
The Kenyan international has signed a season-long deal with Grimsby Town from Bradford City and will hope to make an impression and perhaps make the move permanent.
18:56 - 18.05.2025
Harambee Stars Midfielder Retained by English Club After Earning League One Promotion
Kenyan midfielder Clarke Oduor will be playing in the English third tier next season after earning a stay of execution at his newly-promoted club.
The 26-year-old joined the Mariners after helping Bradford to promotion to League One, England’s third tier, last season, and also spent four seasons at Barnsley, three of them in the Championship.
Oduor, who has two caps for Harambee Stars, is a product of the Leeds United academy.