Hervé Koffi will be handed a major opportunity this Sunday as he makes his first start for RC Lens in an official competition, replacing Brice Samba in goal for their Coupe de France clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
The Burkinabe goalkeeper, who joined the club this summer, has yet to feature in Ligue 1 this season, but with Samba sidelined due to an ankle and back injury, Koffi is poised to showcase his abilities on a big stage.
RC Lens head coach Will Still had initially planned to keep his goalkeeping duo unchanged for the Coupe de France, but the injury to Samba has forced a shift in strategy.
Koffi, who has impressed in training sessions, will now get the chance to prove himself against one of Europe’s most prestigious clubs. “Hervé will start on Sunday.
It’s up to him to be good, to show that he has the level. He does it in training and regularly. He’s interesting,” said Still, expressing confidence in his goalkeeper’s readiness.
Although Koffi has yet to play in Ligue 1 this season, his solid performances during summer preparations, where he accumulated 275 minutes of play, have earned him a place in the starting lineup for this high-profile match.
The game against PSG represents a golden opportunity for Koffi to make a lasting impression.
A strong performance could not only bolster his position in the squad but also pave the way for further opportunities in future matches, particularly if Lens progresses in the Coupe de France.
Still has emphasized that “the best 11 will play,” leaving the door open for Koffi to potentially remain as a regular starter moving forward.
For Koffi, this match is more than just a test of his skills; it is a chance to assert his place in the squad and make a name for himself in a career-defining moment.
