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

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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.

Style of play

Van Herpe's outstanding attributes were his technique, passing and work ethic. His teammate

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called him ARA La Gantoise's best player.

Death

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.

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