Andréas Hountondji Impresses on Debut for St Pauli with Goal and Assist
Andréas Hountondji made a strong first impression in a St Pauli shirt, registering both a goal and an assist in a pre-season friendly against Swedish side Silkeborg on Tuesday.
The 22-year-old Beninese forward, who recently joined the German club on loan from English Premier League side Burnley, entered the match in the 53rd minute and wasted no time in showcasing his attacking prowess.
Within minutes of coming on, Hountondji set up teammate Perreira Lage with a precise assist, contributing to the team’s third goal of the game.
His impact didn’t end there. In the 82nd minute, Hountondji added his own name to the scoresheet, scoring his first goal for the club and sealing a successful debut.
The goal capped off a lively and confident performance from the young striker, who has quickly begun to endear himself to St Pauli supporters.
Hountondji’s display offered an early glimpse into the qualities he brings to the squad — speed, technical ability, tactical intelligence, and an instinctive sense for goal.
Despite being a new arrival, his immediate contribution suggests a smooth adaptation to the club’s style of play and a readiness to compete for a regular place in the lineup.
The friendly, although not a competitive fixture, served as a valuable test for St Pauli’s pre-season preparations. For Hountondji, it was an opportunity to establish himself in front of coaches, teammates, and fans — and he did so emphatically.
Having made the switch from Burnley to Hamburg, Hountondji arrives at St Pauli with a growing reputation. A full Benin international, he is valued at €2.5 million according to Transfermarkt and was earning an annual salary of €464,243 during his time in England.
His move to Germany is seen as a crucial step in gaining more first-team experience and continuing his development at a high level of competition.
St Pauli, who are gearing up for their Bundesliga campaign, will be hoping Hountondji’s form continues as the season approaches.
The club’s decision to bring him in on loan now looks even more promising, with the player already showing signs of chemistry with the squad and adapting quickly to his new environment.
For Hountondji, the debut is just the beginning. With his first goal and assist now behind him, the focus turns to consistency and continuing to make an impact in competitive fixtures.
The club’s supporters, buoyed by his energetic and effective debut, will be watching closely as the young striker begins to write what could become a standout chapter in his career.
As the season draws nearer, St Pauli may have found in Hountondji not only a temporary solution in attack but potentially a long-term asset with plenty more to offer.
