It was a decent weekend for Kenyan players based in England at the weekend, including Bristol City's Zak Vyner and on-loan Everton star Tyler Onyango.
It was a weekend to remember for Kenyan footballers in England as Harambee Stars prospects Zak Vyner and Tyler Onyango delivered standout performances to help their clubs to important victories in their respective leagues.
In the Championship, Zak Vyner was instrumental as Bristol City secured a hard-fought 1-0 win away to Norwich City at Carrow Road.
The versatile defender, who has been used in multiple positions this season, was deployed as a left wing-back — a role he adapted to seamlessly despite being naturally a center-back.
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Vyner proved a constant threat going forward, attempting three shots and forcing one save from Norwich’s goalkeeper while also maintaining composure at the back with three clearances and four ball recoveries.
His confidence and tactical intelligence were key as the Robins frustrated a dominant Norwich side that struggled to break down their compact defensive unit.
City eventually found the breakthrough when Anis Mehmeti’s clever cutback was met by Emil Riis, who glanced a header into the path of Mark Sykes to fire home from close range. The win lifted Bristol City higher up the table and extended their unbeaten run to three games.
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His tireless runs stretched the opposition throughout the game, providing balance and width for his side. Nathan Lowe’s first-half goal proved enough to seal the three points in a match delayed by traffic congestion around Edgeley Park.
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