Ligue 1: Hervé Koffi's masterclass delivers victory for Angers | OneFootball

Ligue 1: Hervé Koffi's masterclass delivers victory for Angers

SCO Angers kicked off their Ligue 1 campaign with a crucial 1-0 win over Paris FC this Sunday. Reduced to ten men after Mouton was sent off in the 57th minute, Angers held on thanks to their Burkinabe goalkeeper, who proved literally unbeatable in his official debut.

The Angevins struck early in the match, with Esteban Lepaul finishing off a precise pass from Jordan Lefort in the 9th minute. Paris FC, stunned, responded with sustained pressure. The contest, already set to be a close one, took a dramatic turn in the 57th minute when Mouton saw red, leaving SCO Angers a man down. Facing a Paris FC side eager to capitalize on their numerical advantage, the momentum could easily have shifted. That's when Hervé Koffi put on a show. With seven decisive saves, the Stallions' goalkeeper completely frustrated the opposition's strikers, showcasing lightning reflexes and commanding aerial interventions.

His performance drew unanimous praise from pundits: a stellar 8.8 rating on SofaScore and an 8 from Foot Mercato—scores worthy of a true "masterclass." Angers paid tribute to their hero on social media, hailing him as: “Monsieur Hervé Koffi.”

After a successful pre-season, during which he already showcased his shot-stopping skills with several clean sheets, the Stallions' third captain delivered on all the hopes placed in him for his official debut. On loan from RC Lens, the keeper—who previously played for Sporting Charleroi in Belgium—put on a genuine masterclass against Paris FC, handing victory to his side. With such a commanding display, "Le Chat Noir" may well have locked down the starting spot for the rest of the Ligue 1 season.