Ryan Wesley Ogam’s name is now etched in Kenyan football history after scoring the decisive goal in Harambee Stars’ stunning victory over Morocco in the ongoing African Nations Championship (CHAN).
The 20-year-old striker, born in Nairobi on December 21, 2004, is enjoying a rapid rise in his career.
Currently playing for Tusker FC, Ogam was initially signed as a defensive midfielder before being converted into a striker.
That switch proved decisive he netted 15 goals in 17 league appearances for the Brewers in the 2024 FKF Premier League.
Ogam’s journey began with youth stints at Galaxy FC, Sunrise FC, and UEFA Despanol before making his senior debut with Rainbow FC in the National Super League.
He later had a spell at Elite Falcons FC in the UAE before returning to Kenya to join Tusker FC in 2024.
His form earned him a call-up to the national team in January 2025, making his debut during the Mapinduzi Cup.
The goal against Morocco was his first for the Harambee Stars and came in his CHAN tournament debut.
Earlier, National team head coach Benni McCarthy praised Ogam’s talent, comparing him to Kenyan football legend Michael Olunga.
“He is a natural finisher with great movement,” McCarthy noted during pre-tournament preparations.
With Kenya’s CHAN campaign gaining momentum, Ogam’s performance has put him in the spotlight as the player to watch.
His pace, positioning, and eye for goal could prove decisive as Harambee Stars push for continental glory.
On Sunday, Harambee Stars secured a 1-0 victory over two-time champions Morocco in their third Group A match of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024.
The match was played at the Moi International Sports Centre in Kasarani on Sunday. The win guarantees Kenya's spot in the quarterfinals.
Ryan Ogam’s 42nd-minute strike proved decisive at a raucous Moi International Sports Centre, as Benni McCarthy’s side defied the odds and Morocco’s unbeaten CHAN record to seize early control of Group A.
Ogam steered in the winner and McCarthy’s men then defended the lead with remarkable resolve after Chrispine Erambo’s red card—upgraded by VAR in first-half stoppage time—left the co-hosts with ten men for the entire second half.
Harambee Stars' goalkeeper, Bryne Omondi, made several crucial saves to keep the scoreline intact.
The Kenyan team showed remarkable resilience and determination, with Ryan Ogam scoring the decisive goal.
