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Tusker FC striker Ryan Ogam has revealed his excitement and determination as he joins Harambee Stars for a crucial South Sudan qualifier.
Tusker FC striker Ryan Wesley Ogam is set to make his mark on the international stage after earning his first senior call-up to Harambee Stars for the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifier against South Sudan.
Stars, currently trailing by two goals following a 2-0 loss in the first leg in Juba, is facing a must-win match in Uganda to advance to the final phase of the qualifiers.
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Despite the challenge, Ogam is eager to prove himself and capitalize on this opportunity.
“I am really delighted to have landed a chance to be called up for the senior team,” Ogam expressed.
“I have played at the junior level before and this is the first time I am with the seniors. It is every player’s dream to play for the national team and I feel delighted to receive this honor. It was one of my targets when the season started, and I am delighted to have achieved it.”
Ogam’s exceptional form at the club level has been hard to ignore. He has scored five goals in just four matches for Tusker, a feat even more remarkable given that he missed three games due to an injury.
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Upon his return to the pitch last weekend, he immediately made his presence felt by scoring twice in a narrow 3-2 loss to KCB, further solidifying his reputation as one of Kenya's most promising forwards.
The youngster's performance attracted the attention of national team head coach Engin Firat, who included him in the squad for the pivotal match against South Sudan.
"This is a massive platform and I want to thank my team Tusker FC, teammates, coaches, and management because without their support I would not be here," Ogam added.
"I am humbled for this, and it is an opportunity that I want to make the most of."
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The inclusion of Ogam is part of Firat's efforts to inject fresh energy into the Harambee Stars squad, which has seen some changes ahead of the upcoming game.
Notably, KCB FC’s prolific striker Francis Kahiro has also been called up to bolster the team’s attack.
Meanwhile, a few players have had to withdraw or were left out of the squad, including Kenya U20 goalkeeper Ibrahim Wanzala and Kakamega Homeboyz defender Brian Eshihanda.
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Veteran defender Musa Mohammed withdrew due to injury, while Ulinzi Stars’ Boniface Muchiri, along with AFC Leopards duo Victor Omune and Sydney Lokale, were also dropped from the roster.
The return leg, scheduled for November 3, 2024, will take place at the Mandela National Stadium in Uganda.
This fixture provides a chance for Ogam to showcase his skills on the international stage and potentially aid Harambee Stars in overturning the 2-0 deficit.
Should they succeed, Kenya will advance to the final phase of the CHAN qualifiers, where they are set to face the winner of the Djibouti vs. Rwanda matchup in late December.
Ogam is optimistic yet grounded, understanding that the national team call-up is just the beginning.
"The work does not stop here, and I want to keep working hard to earn more call-ups," he concluded.
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