Daniel Agyei’s extra-time heroics send Leyton Orient to FA Cup third round

O’s v Borehamwood FC (a) FA Cup R1 3rd Nov 2024Leyton Orient secured a thrilling 2-1 extra-time victory over Oldham Athletic in the FA Cup’s second round at the Gaughan Group Stadium, with English-born Ghanaian striker Daniel Agyei delivering the decisive blow.Oldham took the lead early in the second half when Emmanuel Monthe capitalized on Reagan Ogle’s assist to slot home in the 47th minute. Leyton Orient’s efforts seemed in vain until deep into stoppage time, as goalkeeper Josh Keeley’s header, assisted by Tom James, restored parity in the 99th minute.Extra time brought high drama. Agyei, who missed a penalty in the dying moments of the first half of extra time, redeemed himself in spectacular fashion. Rising above Oldham’s defense, he headed Sonny Perkins’ precise corner into the top right corner in the 121st minute, sealing Orient’s progression.The win marked Orient’s eighth victory in 18 head-to-head encounters with Oldham, highlighting Agyei’s resilience and tenacity. They now look to build on this momentum in their League One clash against Bristol Rovers on December 3rd.