Philip Opiyo
Kenyan footballer
Kenya
Defender
Philip Opiyo: profile
Philip Opiyo (born 27 February 1979 in Kenya) is a former Kenyan footballer who played as a defender.
Opiyo started out at Mathare United F.C. in 1999. He played for 6 clubs in 2 countries between 1999 and 2011.
At international level, Opiyo represented Kenya (2001–2004).
Kenya has produced 60 footballers in our database, including George Odhiambo, Bruce Kamau and Aboud Omar.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2001 (aged about 22)
- Club career
- 1999–2011 (13 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Kenya and South Africa
- Latest move
- Bandari F.C. (2008)
- Shares a birthday with
- Pascal Feindouno, Largie Ramazani and Mustapha Bundu (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2003 | Mathare United F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2003 | Tusker F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2003–2004 |  Free State Stars F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 2004–2005 | Bush Bucks F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| 2007–2008 | Sofapaka F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2008–2011 | Bandari F.C. |
Kenyan Premier League | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2004 | Kenya |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Philip Opiyo?
Philip Opiyo was born on 27 February 1979, which makes him 47 years old.
Where was Philip Opiyo born?
Philip Opiyo was born in Kenya.
Which national team does Philip Opiyo play for?
Philip Opiyo played international football for Kenya.
Which clubs has Philip Opiyo played for?
Philip Opiyo's recorded clubs are Mathare United F.C., Tusker F.C., Free State Stars F.C., Bush Bucks F.C., Sofapaka F.C. and Bandari F.C..
What position does Philip Opiyo play?
Philip Opiyo played as a defender.
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