Union Saint-Gilloise: an almost perfect start for Hervé Koffi

Clean sheet and man of the match in his debut with Union Saint-Gilloise

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Union Saint-Gilloise: an almost perfect start for Hervé Koffi

15.08.26 FT Pro League Belgium

Union St.Gilloise

Zulte Waregem

Hervé Koffi made a remarkable debut for Union Saint-Gilloise. In his first official match against Zulte Waregem, the Burkinabè goalkeeper played a pivotal role in the 0-0 draw and was named man of the match.

An explosive debut

Unable to play in the Champions League due to administrative reasons, Koffi turned his frustration into a top-class performance. Calm, well-positioned, and vocal, he orchestrated his defense and intercepted every dangerous ball. Four saves from shots inside the box and a perfectly timed aerial intervention—Koffi single-handedly kept his team from defeat. He walked away with a clean sheet and the MVP trophy in his very first match.

Belgium: Hervé Koffi monstrous and man of the match on his debut for Union Saint-Gilloise!

The Burkinabè shot-stopper pulled off four big saves and helped his team secure a draw (0-0) against Zulte Waregem.

The Stallion was voted man of the match.#FasoSports pic.twitter.com/eggRcxW8uF
— FasoSports (@fasosports18) August 15, 2026

Riding the momentum...

Arriving from Lens just two weeks ago, Hervé Koffi signed on a loan deal with an option to buy. The Brussels club is betting on a keeper who comes off a solid season at Angers, with 10 clean sheets in 30 matches.

At 29 years old and with the experience of the Burkinabè national team, he brings composure and consistency. After this statement debut, Koffi has shown he can be the commanding presence Union needs between the posts.