Emirates FA Cup: Harambee Stars' Vincent Harper shines to help Exeter make history

• Vincent Harper starred when Exeter City defeated Oxford United to make it to the fourth round of the FA Cup.
• It marked the first time in 44 years that the League One team had enjoyed such success, thanks to Harper and Demetri Mitchell
• Harper is a Kenyan international, and he has not yet made a professional debut for the Harambee Stars.

Exeter City Football Club became the first team in 44 years to advance to the fourth round of the FA Cup after defeating Oxford United at St James Park on Saturday evening.

Kenyan international Vincent Harper played a key role in securing the win, scoring a goal and providing an assist, as they achieved a historic victory.

The Grecians trailed behind after their visitors had taken the lead through Matt Phillips. Harper set up Demetri Mitchell for the equalizer, and then Mitchell scored again just five minutes before halftime to give Exeter a lead.

Harper scored in the 64th minute with a well-placed shot into the bottom corner, securing the result for the home team against Oxford United.

Gary Caldwell's team will find out their next opponent when the draw is held on Sunday evening, following the Manchester United vs Arsenal match.

Who is Vincent Harper?

Vincent Harper was born in Nairobi, Kenya on September 22, 2000, at which time he moved to England for his upbringing.

He plays as a left-back or wingback for Exeter City, who are currently competing in England's League One. Prior to joining Exeter, he had stints with Bristol City, Chippenham Town and Eastleigh.

Before the FA Cup match, he had won the Man of the Match award in their previous two home matches against Crawley Town and Bolton Wanderers and was optimistic about another strong display.

"I'm eager to seize this chance as it will enable me to protect my shirt and continue playing since it's been a challenging beginning to the season for me, primarily due to injuries. I simply wish to relish football," he stated to the club's website.

Has Vincent Harper at any time played for the Harambee Stars?

Harper has not been included among the standby players for Harambee Stars' friendly match against Russia in 2023.

His recent performances on the pitch could offer the next coach of Harambee Stars something to consider. There have been several indications that Benni McCarthy could be the next person to take on that role.

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The 24-year-old has appeared in 15 matches for Caldwell this season, recording two goals and three assists.

The Grecians are currently positioned 15th on the League One table with 31 points earned from 24 matches, trailing Reading by 10 points, who occupy the final promotion spot.

In the match against Egypt earlier this week, the Alexandria-based Kenyan defender Zimbabwe was in full display, drawing wondrous attentions with his plays.

International Edition: Reporter has also highlighted a promising Harambee Stars player exceling in England. Djed Spence limited Mohamed Salah's effectiveness during Tottenham's match against Liverpool.

The two teams faced off in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, and Tottenham Hotspur secured a victory owing to a decisive goal by Luca Bergvall.

He was born in England to a Jamaican father and a Kenyan mother, and can represent Kenya should he wish to do so.