Also known as Rayo, Ryan Wesley Ogam is a Kenyan professional footballer who plays as a centre-forward for RFC Liege and the Harambee Stars. Born and raised in Umoja, Nairobi, the 21-year-old football legend has scored 23 goals and provided three assists. In his career, Ryan’s greatest achievement is the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).
Having played for Wolfsberger AC, Ryan Ogam is the first Kenyan player to be signed and play in the top-tier Australian football Bundesliga. With a height of 1.87m, Ogam also plays as a right winger and left winger and is known for his defensive grit, spatial awareness, and versatility. This piece covers Ogam’s biography, career stats, goals, achievements, and his latest news.
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Ryan Ogam profile
| Profile Attribute | Details |
| Full Name | Ryan Wesley Ogam Rabok |
| Common Name | Ryan Ogam |
| Date of Birth | 21 December 2004 |
| Age | 21 years (as of August 2026) |
| Place of Birth | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Occupation | Professional Footballer |
| Current Club | RFC Liège |
| Parent Club | Wolfsberger AC |
| Current League | Belgian Challenger Pro League |
| Position | Centre-forward |
| Secondary Position | Right Winger / Left Winger |
| Preferred Foot | Left |
| Shirt Number | To be confirmed |
| Height | 1.87 m |
| Weight | Not publicly disclosed |
| Youth Clubs | Galaxy FC, Sunrise FC, UEFA Despanol |
| Senior Debut | Rainbow FC |
| Current National Team | Kenya National Football Team (Harambee Stars) |
| International Debut | 2025 |
| Education | Kakamega High School -2019-2021 & Dagoretti High- 2024 |
| Parents | David Rabuok (father) |
| Siblings | Not publicly disclosed |
| Marital Status | Not publicly disclosed |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Estimated Market Value | Transfermarkt estimate is value at Ksh. 15.1 million |
| Estimated Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed |
Early life and football journey
Ryan Ogam’s biography begins on December 21, 2004, when he was born at Pumwani Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya. Being brought up at Umoja, Wesley attended Unity Primary he then joined Kakamega High School (Form 1-3) and later Dagoretti High School where he completed his Form 4 studies. His father, Daudi Abok Obonyo, was a former defender in the SportPesa League, playing for giants like Gor Mahia FC, Mahakama FC, and Nairobi City Stars, who acted as motivation to Ryan when he was coming up. At a young age, Ogam got a chance to play internationally and locally. In the local clubs, he played for clubs like Galaxy FC, Sunrise FC, and UEFA Despanaol, while internationally, he represented MYSA Kenya in global youth tournaments like Norway Cup in 2017 and Italy in 2018.
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Ryan Ogam Club Career
Rainbow FC
Ryan Ogam began his senior football career with Rainbow FC, a Kenyan club that competed in the National Super League. He joined the side after developing through youth football and played a key role in attack, scoring five goals during the 2022/23 season. His performances in the second tier helped attract attention from clubs outside Kenya and provided the platform for his next move to the United Arab Emirates.
Elite Falcons
In 2023, Ogam moved to Elite Falcons in the United Arab Emirates, giving him his first experience of playing football outside Kenya. He spent about eight months with the UAE club before returning home to continue his development. The experience exposed the young player to a different football environment before he secured his breakthrough opportunity in the SportPesa Premier League with Tusker FC.
Tusker FC
Ogam joined Tusker FC in 2024 after returning from the UAE, initially arriving as a midfielder before coach Charles Okere converted him into a striker. The positional change transformed his career as he scored 15 SportPesa League goals in 17 SoPremier League appearances during the 2024/25 season. He also scored twice against Gor Mahia in January 2025, including a 93rd-minute winner, and his excellent form earned him a place in the Harambee Stars squad.
Wolfsberger AC
Ogam’s impressive season with Tusker and his performances for Kenya earned him a move to Austrian Bundesliga club Wolfsberger AC in September 2025. He made his senior debut for the club as a second-half substitute in a 3–1 victory over Grazer AK on October 4, 2025. During the 2025/26 season, he also featured for Wolfsberger AC II, making nine league appearances and scoring four goals, according to National Football Teams and Opta.
RFC Liège
In July 2026, Ogam joined Belgian club RFC Liège on loan from Wolfsberger AC for the 2026/27 season. The move gives the Kenyan forward an opportunity to gain more regular first-team experience in Belgium’s Challenger Pro League after a difficult first season adapting to European football. His loan is scheduled to run until 30 June 2027, with current player records listing him as an RFC Liège player wearing shirt number 11.
Ryan Ogam and Harambee Stars
Ryan Ogam earned his place in the Harambee Stars after his impressive performances for Tusker FC during the 2024/25 SportPesa League season. He made his senior international debut for Kenya in January 2025 at the Mapinduzi Cup against Tanzania, scoring in the 2–0 victory. Ogam later became an important player during the 2024 CHAN tournament, scoring the winning goals against Morocco and Zambia as Kenya topped Group A and reached the quarter-finals for the first time. His goalscoring form also saw him feature in Kenya’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, establishing him as one of the country’s promising young attacking players.
Ryan Ogam’s playing style
Ryan Ogam’s playing style features his ability to play across the forward line with speed and attacking instincts, making him a versatile player. He primarily plays as a centre forward on either wing and prefers to use his left foot. Having scored 15 goals in 17 SportPesa League games shows his quality play and his ability to find scoring positions.
Ryan Ogam’s career statistics
Being an upcoming promising player, Ogam has scored 34 goals in 44 appearances with zero assists. The table below gives Ryan Ogam’s stats.
| Season | Club | Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 2022/23 | Rainbow FC | National Super League | — | 5 | — |
| 2024/25 | Tusker FC | SportPesa Premier League | 17 | 15 | — |
| 2025/26 | Wolfsberger AC | Austrian Bundesliga | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025/26 | Wolfsberger AC II | Austrian Regionalliga Central | 5 | 3 | — |
| 2025 | Kenya | International Football | 14 | 7 | — |
| 2025 | Kenya | CHAN | 5 | 2 | — |
| 2026 | Kenya | FIFA Series | 2 | 2 | — |
Ryan Ogam transfer history
Throughout his career, Ryan Ogam has played for clubs in Kenya, the United Arab Emirates, Australia, and Belgium. His notable transfers are moving from Tusker FC to Wolfsberger AC, an Austrian Bundesliga club. Also in 2026, he was transferred to RFC Liege in Belgium on loan. Below is a tabular representation of Ryan Ogam’s transfer history.
| Year | From | To | Country | Transfer Type |
| 2023 | Rainbow FC | Elite Falcons | UAE | Transfer |
| 2024 | Elite Falcons | Rainbow FC | Kenya | Return |
| 2024 | Rainbow FC | Tusker FC | Kenya | Transfer |
| 2025 | Tusker FC | Wolfsberger AC | Austria | Transfer |
| 2026 | Wolfsberger AC | RFC Liège | Belgium | Loan |
Honours and achievements
Ryan Ogam’s notable individual achievements include becoming one of the SportPesa League’s leading scorers in the 2024/25 season, while his international performances helped Kenya reach the CHAN quarter-finals for the first time. The table below shows Ryan Ogam’s achievements and honours.
| Year(s) | Honour / Achievement | Club / Team | Category |
| 2024/25 | Scored 15 goals in 17 SportPesa Premier League appearances | Tusker FC | Individual Achievement |
| 2025 | Made senior international debut | Harambee Stars | International Milestone |
| 2025 | Scored against Morocco at CHAN | Kenya | International Achievement |
| 2025 | Scored against Zambia at CHAN | Kenya | International Achievement |
| 2025 | Helped Kenya reach CHAN quarter-finals for the first time | Harambee Stars | Team Achievement |
| 2025 | Signed by Wolfsberger AC | Wolfsberger AC | Career Milestone |
| 2026 | Scored four goals for Wolfsberger AC II | Wolfsberger AC II | Individual Achievement |
| 2026 | Joined RFC Liège on loan | RFC Liège | Career Milestone |
Ogam injury history
While playing, Ryan has dealt with several injuries, including a knee injury during his season with Tusker FC. Here is a representation of Ryan Ogam’s injury history.
| Year | Injury / Issue | Club / Team | Treatment / Recovery | Impact |
| 2025 | Meniscus tear/knee injury | Tusker FC | Underwent surgery and rehabilitation | Missed about three months of the SportPesa League season |
| 2025 | Recovery from knee injury | Tusker FC | Returned to training in June 2025 | Returned in the final league match against Kakamega Homeboyz |
| 2025 | Fully recovered | Harambee Stars | Regained match fitness | Featured at CHAN and scored against Morocco and Zambia |
Latest news about Ryan Ogam
Ryan Ogam is set to continue his European football journey with RFC Liège after joining the Belgian club on loan from Wolfsberger AC for the 2026/27 season. The move gives the young Kenyan striker more regular first-team experience and a chance to develop his goalscoring in Belgium. Stay tuned on the SportPesa official blog page for all of Ryan Ogam’s latest news.
FAQs about Ryan Ogam
Where is Ryan Ogam coming from?
Ryan Ogam comes from Nairobi, Kenya, and recently he transferred from Wolfsberger AC on loan to RFC Liege.
What is Ryan Ogam’s salary?
The exact current salary of Ryan Ogam, as he plays for RFC Liege, has not been publicly disclosed.
How old is Ryan Ogam?
Born on August 21 2024, Ryan Ogam is 24 years old right now.
Which club is Ryan Ogam joining?
Ryan Ogam is joining RFC Liege on loan from Wolfsberger AC.
Conclusion
Ryan Ogam’s success in his football career is amazing. The great young star has made notable achievements in Kenyan, United Arab Emirates, Australian, and Belgian football. Stay tuned on SportPesa and get updates on how Ogam will perform in RFC Liege.
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