Raphael-Pijus Otegbayo (born 22 August 2007) is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Stoke City.
Club career Otegbayo was born in Cork, Ireland, and played youth team football with his brother, Gabriel, at Ringmahon Rangers and Cobh Ramblers before moving to Manchester in 2021 and joining Stockport County. He joined the Stoke City under-18 squad in October 2024 after leaving Stockport County. He made his professional debut on 18 April 2026 in a EFL Championship match against Wrexham.
International career Otegbayo of Irish and Nigerian decent was called up to Republic of Ireland under-19 squad in October 2025.
Personal life Otegbayo's brother, Gabriel, is also a footballer and plays for Sheffield Wednesday.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupEFL CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsStoke City2025–26Championship300000—30Career total3000000030
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