Concerns over the participation of Hervé Koffi, Burkina Faso’s Stallions goalkeeper, in the 2024 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), have been alleviated following his recovery from a minor injury sustained at his club earlier this week. Despite a bruise during a Wednesday match with Sporting de Charleroi, it has been disclosed that Koffi only suffered a non-serious knee knock.
As the primary goalkeeper for Sporting de Charleroi, Hervé Koffi left the field due to injury in the closing moments of the match against Malines (3-1). His abrupt departure on December 27, 2023, after an awkward landing following an impressive save, sparked concerns.
However, Belgian media promptly reassured the public that it was a minor incident, revealing that a few hours after the match, Koffi’s knee was already showing signs of improvement.
Despite this setback, Hervé Koffi intends to swiftly join his teammates in Abu Dhabi, dispelling speculations about his potential absence from the 2023/24 AFCON. The goalkeeper is expected to participate in the national team’s preparatory stage, scheduled from January 1 to January 11, 2024, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
A friendly match against the Democratic Republic of the Congo on January 10 will offer an opportunity for the Stallions to refine their preparation before the commencement of AFCON. On January 16, 2024, at 2:00 PM GMT in Bouaké, Burkina Faso will face Mauritania to embark on their journey in Group D of the continental competition.
