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Kenyan Footballer Clarke Odour Shines in Leeds United Squad Against Manchester United

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 17 July 2019.

On July 17, 2019, in Perth, Australia, Clarke Odour, a 20-year-old Kenyan footballer, was part of the Leeds United squad that faced Manchester United in a pre-season friendly match.

Manchester United continued their impressive start to their pre-season tour, trouncing Leeds United 4-0 in the friendly clash.

Clarke Odour, who signed professional terms with Leeds United on January 16, 2017, made his senior debut for the club on January 6, 2019, against Queens Park Rangers.

He was on the bench for the match against Manchester United, which saw the Red Devils take the lead in the seventh minute through Mason Greenwood's goal.

Anthony Martial doubled the lead in the 27th minute, and Phil Jones made it 3-0 in the second half with a powerful header from Andreas Pereira's corner kick.

Anthony Martial sealed the win for Manchester United in the 69th minute, scoring from the penalty spot.

Clarke Odour has impressed club officials with his performances in both the Under-18s and Under-23s, and his inclusion in the Leeds United squad against Manchester United is a testament to his growing talent.

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