Ghanaian defender Sean Clare shines in Leyton Orient’s 1-0 victory over Reading
SHREWSBURY, ENGLAND – AUGUST 31: Sean Clare of Leyton Orient during the Sky Bet League One match between Shrewsbury Town FC and Leyton Orient FC at Montgomery Waters Meadow on August 31, 2024 in Shrewsbury, England. (Photo by James Baylis – AMA/Getty Images)English-born Ghanaian defender Sean Clare played a crucial role in Leyton Orient’s 1-0 win over Reading in a thrilling League One encounter. Clares pinpoint assist helped secure the victory at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.Clare started the match and delivered a commanding 90-minute performance. He was joined by fellow Ghanaian striker Daniel Agyei, who also featured prominently for Leyton Orient. Despite Reading enjoying more possession, it was Orient who dominated in shots and goal-scoring opportunities.The visitors created the first real chance of the game in the 22nd minute when Galbraith fired high and wide after a defensive mishap from Reading. Moments later, Orient continued their pressure as Happe sent a header just over the crossbar from close range.The breakthrough came in the 27th minute. A well-placed pass from Clare found striker Charlie Kelman, who made no mistake as his low shot slipped past Readings goalkeeper, Boyce-Clarke, to give Leyton Orient the lead.Clares performance in this match adds to his growing influence at Leyton Orient, having now made five League One appearances and contributing an assist to the team’s campaign.
