Striker Dave Kitson earned Stoke a place in the third round of the Carling Cup with the only goal of the game in extra-time against Leyton Orient.

His 35-yard half-volley soared over the head of Orient goalkeeper Glenn Morris to end the stubborn resistance of the Geraint Williams' League One side.

The Barclays Premier League outfit fielded a team of reserves against their lowly opponents with only midfielder Amdy Faye keeping his place in the side from Saturday's draw at Birmingham.

Orient's hopes of a shock victory were ended when Kitson struck in the third minute of extra-time with a 35-yard effort that found the top corner of the net.