André Van Herpe

André Van Herpe died on March 26, 2024.

André Van Herpe was 90 years old at the time of death.

André Van Herpe (26 October 1933 – 26 March 2024) was a Belgian footballer who played as a midfielder, notably for ARA La Gantoise. He made seven appearances for the Belgium national team from 1956 to 1958. He was also named in Belgium's squad for the qualification tournament for the 1958 FIFA World Cup.

Career

Van Herpe was born in Eine, Belgium. He started playing football aged 12 at Merksplas SK. From 1952 to 1962 he played for ARA La Gantoise in Ghent, finishing second in the league in 1954–55 and third three times in 1953–54, 1956–57 and 1957–58. He moved to Racing Club de Bruxelles at the age of 28 and later to Stade Kortrijk.

Van Herpe's outstanding attributes were his technique, passing and work ethic. His teammate Léon Mokuna called him ARA La Gantoise's best player.

Van Herpe died on 26 March 2024, at the age of 90. His death was announced by his former club K.A.A. Gent on 28 March 2024.