K9's dogs detect Covid in our players
KV Oostende and K9 Detection have recently started to use detection dogs to track down covid-19. The results are very spectacular.
BLESSIN: "PROUD OF MY GROUP"
"Whether I am now disappointed? No, I'm mostly proud of my group.
SEAL LUCY RELEASED IN THE SEA
KV Oostende donated € 1.000 crowdfunding money to Sealife in Blankenberge. With that money KVO adopted a wounded seal - Lucy
NEW SHIRT CREATED BY AND FOR FANS
On the occasion of the club's 40th anniversary in 2021, KVO and Decathlon launched a design competition a few months ago for the first time.
EUROPE PLAY-OFFS - MATCHDAY 1: KVO - STANDARD LUIK 6 - 2
The game started at a high tempo with a goal from Muleka being disallowed for offside. The home team responded almost o
"A COLLLECTIVE TOP PERFORMANCE"
An overjoyed Arthur Theate after his goal and the sparkling victory against Standard: "That goal and the victory are for the people who alt
"DON'T SHOUT THAT WE'RE FAVOURITES NOW"
Alexander Blessin was very happy with the splendid victory, but doesn't want to blow his own trumpet.
INFO SUBSCRIPTIONS 2021-2022
It has been a very special season. On a social level, on an economic level, on a scientific level and above all on a sporting level.
NOORDZEE INTERIOR GIVES ITS NAME TO KVO YOUTH TRAINING CENTRE
With more than 600 youngsters, the KVO Se'Academy is Ostend's flagship sporting organisation and it is to this flagship that the
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: ANDREW HJULSAGER
With his 11 assists and 3 goals, Andrew Hjulsager has been one of KVO's key players this season. He is also one of the
EUROPE PLAY-OFFS - GAME DAY 2: KV MECHELEN - KV OOSTENDE 5 - 3
The home side scored fairly quickly through Druijf, but the goal was ruled out for offside after the VAR intervened. The ball possession was
"WE CONTINUE TO BELIEVE IN IT"
Despite an injection Jack Hendry still had a serious problem with his shoulder. Hopefully he will be fully recovered by Thursday. Fashion S
"GOOD TO HAVE ANOTHER MATCH SOON."
Alexander Blessin was disappointed, but is already looking ahead to Thursday's match at Gent: "We have to learn from our mistakes,
KVO HAS A LICENSE
We'll have to wait until tonight for the official verdict, but the BAS just confirmed to us that the licence for 2021-2022 has been obtained.
KVO COLLECTS CLOTHES FOR IBRAHIMA
In a house fire in Laken last week, the two younger brothers of U15 player Ibrahima Baldé died. Apart from the human
DECATHLON AND KIPSTA DONATE RACE SHIRTS FOR G-TEAM
After their collaboration with our supporters on the design of a new shirt, Decathlon and Kipsta are now also putting the G-squad in a new
EUROPE PLAY-OFFS - GAME DAY 3: KAA GENT - KV OOSTENDE 2 - 1
At the coast boys Hendry was not match fit and was replaced by the young German Jäkel. The first chance was for the home team
"SUNDAY FULL FOR THE WIN"
Indy Boonen came on for a fine performance and almost secured the equaliser. Captain Kevin Vandendriessche looks back at the last minute.
"BUILDING ON THE SECOND HALF"
"We slept in the first half. Then at halftime we made some changes and our second half was much better. We need to d
EUROPE PLAY-OFFS - GAME DAY 4: KV OOSTENDE - KAA GENT 0 - 4
Before the game against Gent, a number of players were honoured. Sakala played his hundredth game for KVO, while
"THAT WAS NEVER A RED CARD"
"That ball went to the outside and both Jack and I were behind the ball so this was never a real scoring chance and therefore no r
"I WAS WONDERING ABOUT THE ARBITRATION ANYWAY."
I'm never the first to comment on the arbitration, but every 50/50 decision was against us. Add to that that unjustified rod
WILL YOU JOIN OUR STEWARD TEAM?
Come and join our steward team!
PLAYERS DONATE € 3,000 TO IBRAHIMA
Our players donate € 3,000 from the players pot to Ibrahima and his family. The U15 player lost his two brothers two weeks ago.
KV OOSTENDE - KV MECHELEN 2-2
Fashion Jr. Sakala and Kevin Vandendriessche played today for the last time in the sea air and on the familiar Oostende turf.
LAST HOME GAME FOR VANDENDRIESSCHE AND SAKALA
A somewhat sentimental press conference after KVO - KV Mechelen, because for Kevin Vandendriessche and Fashion Sakala it was the last home game of the season.
ALEXANDER BLESSIN AFTER KVO - KV MECHELEN
"Proud of our season."
EUROPE PLAY-OFFS - GAME DAY 6: STANDARD LUIK - KV OOSTENDE 1 - 3
The coastal boys took an early lead after a nice combination. The technically skilful Bätzner found the departing Vandendriessche
"KVO FANS STAY IN MY HEART"
Scoring twice and providing an assist. Few people get to do that at their farewell game, but for Kevin Vandendriessche it was a dream come true.
"PROUD OF WHAT WE'VE BROUGHT TO THE TABLE"
"We have played a brilliant season. Unfortunately we could not crown it with a European ticket.
INFO SUBSCRIPTIONS 2021-2022
It has been a very special season. On a social level, on an economic level, on a scientific level and above all on a sporting level.
"GENUINELY SURPRISED BUT PLEASED AND PROUD"
Alexander Blessin was genuinely surprised when it was announced yesterday that he had been voted by players, trainers and chairmen as the '
New logo and website to mark our 40th anniversary
In 2021 KVO will blow out 40 candles and we will not let this go by unnoticed. On the symbolic date of 31 May (to the tribal number
Welcome interview Rocha Santos
"Just like at Nancy, I want to be decisive at Ostend too."
Midfielder Kenny Rocha Santos (21) signed a contract until 2025.
He comes over from sister club AS Nancy where he was at the end of his contract. "This is a new step in my career," said the Cape Verdean.
Curious about the first reactions to the new logo? Find out here!
Why a new logo? How was the new logo developed? What are the first impressions about the new logo?
ACEG is looking for 100 employees!
He comes over from sister club AS Nancy where he was at the end of his contract. "This is a new step in my career," said the Cape Verdean.
GREENKEEPER BRECHT DESCHEEMAKER SPEAKS
Just as behind every strong man is a strong woman, behind every strong football team is an excellent greenkeeper. At KVO this is
Calendar Jupiler Pro League 2021-2022
Discover here the full calendar for the new season!
Membership card 2021-2022
Buy your membership card now and discover all the benefits!
10% discount at Mediamarkt as KVO subscriber
Subscribers who renewed their subscription before May 9 will receive a 10% instant cash discount at Mediamarkt on their next purchase!
Andrew Hjulsager to KAA Gent
KVO reached an agreement with AA Gent on the transfer of Andrew Hjulsager.
WEDNESDAY FIRST TRAINING DAY
And Monday/Tuesday physicals. See which players are expected to attend the appointment here.
FIRST PRACTICE MATCH AT KOEKELARE
Our first practice match takes place on June 22 at 19h in Koekelare and is part of the 40th anniversary of the club. We are happy to
THIAM ON LOAN TO NANCY
The Senegalese striker is on loan to the French sister club.
FIRST TRAINING DAY UNDER A BLAZING SUN
Gueye (covid) and Jakel (sick) did not show up for the first day of training.
JELLE BATAILLE TAKES LEAVE OF KVO
Eastern youth product leaves KVO to join Antwerp next season.
KVO takes defender from Arsenal
KV Oostende has strengthened their squad with Englishman Zech Medley. The 20-year-old central defender comes over from Arsenal and is considered a
KVO HAS A BIRTHDAY AND PLAYS TONIGHT IN RETRO SHIRTS
Hooray, it's one of our birthdays! KV Oostende is blowing out 40 candles and we won't let that go by unnoticed. Tonight we play
KVO ACQUIRES DEFENDER ON LOAN TO NANCY
KVO has strengthened its position with the 22-year-old central defender Thomas Basila. The Frenchman signed a contract for four seasons at
KVO WINS ANNIVERSARY MATCH 0-10
KVO wins in first match against a brave Koekelare.
CASINO OOSTENDE BECOMES NEW MAIN SPONSOR
They will be on the shirts from Saturday against Zwevezele and that for the next four (!) years.
BRECHT CAPON ONE YEAR LONGER AT KVO
Oostende player Brecht Capon has extended his contract with KV Oostende for one season. The 33-year old defender will continue his career at KV Oostende.
PETER CALLANT RETURNS AS SPONSOR
None other than former chairman Peter Callant returns with his company 'Callant Insurances' to the familiar nest and pronounces
Contract extension through 2024 for Jack Hendry
KVO had an option to buy from Celtic and have now reached an agreement with Hendry on a contract extension through to 2024.
ZWEVEZELE - KVO 3-9
After a difficult first half, KVO wins easily and comfortably from the second amateur club.
ANDERLECHT - KVO MATCH CANCELLED
Several players ill after covid vaccine
KVO TAKES STRIKER FROM NANCY
Mickaël Biron (23) comes over from AS Nancy and signs a contract for 4 seasons. He will be loaned out for one more season to a
Receive 10% discount at Mediamarkt now as a KVO subscriber
Subscribers who renewed their subscription before May 9 will receive a 10% instant cash discount at Mediamarkt on their next purchase!
KV Oostende & HERVA GROUP go for an innovative partnership
As from September, the Diaz Arena of KV Ostend will be equipped with 180 running metres of new LED boarding around the pitch.
Indy Boonen signs contract until 2023
Attacking midfielder signs two-year contract
MEET NEWCOMER ZECH MEDLEY
At the moment he is struggling with some overload and is working through a personal schedule, but next week he should resume the g
FAREWELL TO 'CHAF', NEW CATERING INDUSTRY INTERPRETATION
After 30 years we say goodbye to 'Chaf' as canteen keeper and jack-of-all-trades.
AMIENS - KVO 2-1
KVO loses with smallest difference in penultimate practice game.
KVO - MOUSCRON - PRACTICAL INFO
Finally football with a crowd! Read all (corona) rules for Saturday here !
DIAZ ARENA IS GOING TO BE FINE TOMORROW!
Tomorrow, finally, football with a crowd in the Diaz Arena! We're all looking forward to it but that also means that we'll have to wait a bit longer!
KV Oostende - Mouscron 0 - 0
Plenty of chances but no goals in last training match
GERMAN YOUTH INTERNATIONAL SIGNS FOR 3 SEASONS
After a successful test period, Alphonse Amade (21) will join Hoffenheim. The midfielder signed a contract until 2 December.
KVO AND KUSTBOYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE START OF THE SEASON POSITIVELY
On the eve of the league start, there was a constructive discussion between Executive President Gauthier Ganaye - on behalf of h
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: KENNY ROCHA
With Kenny Rocha Santos, KV Oostende got a new playmaker in house. The 21-year-old midfielder from Cape Verde has one
KVO - CHARLEROI: PRACTICAL INFO INFO
Saturday at 20.45h KVO plays its first league game of the season. Finally some league football with a crowd ! Against
SELECTION + INTERVIEW ALEXANDER BLESSIN
Our coach announces his first selection and looks ahead to the first league game.
NEW STRIKER COMES OVER FROM FRENCH FIRST DIVISION
KVO has strengthened its position with striker Thierry Ambrose. The 24-year-old striker comes over from the French first division club FC Metz and signed
KVO - CHARLEROI 0-3
A (too) heavy verdict for KVO against efficient Zebras.
"LESSON IN EFFICIENCY"
Comments from Maxime D'Arpino and Robbie D'Haese
"THE 0-2 WAS THE TIPPING POINT."
View the reaction of Alexander Blessin here
Infiniti Casino Ostend: Main sponsor of KV Oostende officially presented
Casino Oostende will be present on the jerseys of our Coastal Boys for the next 4 years.
KVO ACQUIRES TOP FRENCH THIRD DIVISION SHOOTER
The striker will first be loaned out to sister club AS Nancy.
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: THIERRY AMBROSE
Meet our new striker here
SELECTION AND PREVIEW GENK - KVO
View the complete selection here.
KRC Genk - KV Oostende 3 - 4
The Coastboys score four times in a blistering game of football and take the three points home.
DOWNLOAD THE WAOW-APP AND GET UP TO € 15 DRINK CREDIT!
Read here how to download the WAOW-app !
OSIFO SIGNS UNTIL 2024
Youth product Manuel Osifo (18) has signed a professional contract until 2024.
PRACTICAL INFO KVO - AA GHENT
You enter the stadium via the tickets we mailed you, NOT via your season ticket !
KVO MEETS ESBJERG
The story of a successful business weekend.
NEW STRIKER SIGNS FOR THREE SEASONS
Discover our new striker !
SELECTION AND PREVIEW KVO - AA GENT
Only Capon and McGeehan are out.
KV OOSTENDE - KAA GENT 1 - 0
With this victory against AA Gent, the coast boys take the lead in the standings.
ACHILLES TENDON TEAR FOR INDY BOONEN
Midfielder will be out of action for some time.
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: THEO NDICKA
Theo Ndicka Matam is ready to go all out this season. After a difficult first season, the winger is ready to play his part in the future.
CLUB ICON FRANCK BERRIER PASSED AWAY
It is with great sadness and dejection that we learn of the death of club icon Franck Berrier (37). He passed away after a heart attack ti
SELECTION AND PREVIEW SERAING - KVO
Selection (19): Hubert, Schelfhout, Ndicka, Hendry, Tanghe, Theate, Medley, Osifo, Amade, D'Haese, D'Arpino, Patoulidis, Bat
RFC SERAING - KV OOSTENDE 2 - 3
The coastboys remain in a shared first place after a deserved victory over Seraing.
REGISTER NOW FOR COASTBOYS MARATHON
Register till Monday 12h to participate in the Coastboys Marathon on Wednesday 18th August!
COMMEMORATION FRANCK BERRIER
In consultation with the relatives, we are organizing a vigil at the Diaz Arena on Monday, August 23, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Creative midfielder with experience in European competitions signs with KVO
KVO has contracted midfielder Vincent Koziello (25) for three seasons plus option. The midfielder has experience in the French and
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: NICK BÄTZNER
With two assists and one goal, Bätzner was the man in form against Seraing.
Keypoint and KVO join forces
KVO has a new local commercial partner: Keypoint is located in Gistel and provides as a digital assistant for real estate companies the services of a commercial agent.
SELECTION AND PREVIEW STANDARD - KVO
Will KVO be leader alone for the first time since 2015?
STANDARD LUIK - KV OOSTENDE 1 - 0
A goal with an offside scent decides the game in Standard Liege's favour.
OFFICIAL CLUB STATEMENT NAV STANDARD - KVO
Official communication after the awarded goal by Standard.
250 ATTENDEES MEMORIAL BERRIER
250 people present at a vigil for our deceased ex-player.
RETROSHIRTS available from 25/08
On the occasion of the club's 40th anniversary, we created a special anniversary outfit, with a nod to the first pro
PRACTICAL INFO KVO - ZULTE WAREGEM
- Avoid the queues ! To avoid the queues, pick up your season ticket at the fanshop during opening hours* this week!
ARTHUR THEATE TO BOLOGNA
What was in the air for a while, is now official. Arthur will say goodbye to the fans on Sunday.
KVO AND ZULTE WAREGEM HONOR FRANCK BERRIER
Both clubs play with Berrier's name on their shirts.
SELECTION AND PREVIEW KVO - ZULTE WAREGEM
Nearly fit core for Blessin
Save for a free duo ticket at Albert Heijn Oostende
Albert Heijn Oostende is launching a fun campaign where customers can save for a free duo ticket to a home match of KV
OFFICIAL NOTICE REGARDING ARTICLE IN THE DAILY NEWSPAPER
KV Oostende has taken note of the reports in a newspaper about a theft in the referees' dressing room.
STEVEN FORTES IS THE REPLACEMENT FOR HENDRY
Man with experience in French first division comes over from Lens.
JACK HENDRY TO CLUB BRUGGE
The Scottish defender reached an agreement with the national champions and Club will pay the step-up clause.
SIEBEN DEWAELE FROM ANDERLECHT TO KVO
The Belgian midfielder will first be on loan to Nancy for one season.
TALENTS BERTE AND STIERS SIGN UNTIL 2023
Both players are on loan to FC Den Bosch this season.
BID ON THE BERRIER SHIRTS NOW !
Both the players of Zulte Waregem and KVO played last Sunday with the name of Franck Berrier on their shirts.
PROMISES START WITH 4 OUT OF 6
After a crushing victory against Virton
ALEXANDER BLESSIN HAS GOOD NEWS...
Trainer extends his contract until 2024.
KVO - MANDEL 3-0
KVO has beaten Mandel United with 3-0. At half time the score was still 0-0, but in the second half good old
Save for a free duo ticket at Albert Heijn Oostende
Albert Heijn Oostende is launching a fun campaign where customers can save for a free duo ticket to a home match of KV
MAKE THE MOVE TO THE CLUB!
Go along with one of the supporters buses !
ROCHA AND JAKEL ACTIVE WITH THEIR COUNTRY
Kenny Rocha was called up for World Cup qualification in Qatar last week. His country Cape Verde is in group C with Nigeria.
SELECTION AND PREVIEW CLUB - KVO
Newcomer Fortes makes his appearance in the selection.
"FORTES IS A 'WARRIOR'"
Alexander Blessin sees newcomer Fortes as an interesting option to replace Jack Hendry.
CLUB BRUGGE - KV OOSTENDE 3 - 0
The Coastboys played a creditable game against the Dutch champions but the 2 yellow cards of Fortes shortly before half time were decisive for the success of the game.
VICTORY FOR U23S AFTER A SPECTACULAR GAME
After a real thriller our promises have taken the measure of RWDM. Two minutes before the end of regular playing time there was n
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: FREDERIK JÄKEL
Frederik Jäkel, our 20-year-old German defender, feels that after a turbulent transfer period and the departure of both Arthur Thea
SELECTION AND PREVIEW KVO - BEERSCHOT
Medley back after covid infection
kv oostende - beerschot 3 - 1
After a hard fought but sportive game the Coastboys keep the 3 important points at home.
PRACTICAL INFO KVO - ANDERLECHT
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INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: KENNY ROCHA
The Cape Verde midfielder grew to become a key player under Alexander Blessin.
SELECTION AND PREVIEW KVO - ANDERLECHT
Little worries for Alexander Blessin.
KV OOSTENDE - RSC ANDERLECHT 2 - 2
After a fascinating game of football the coast boys and the people of Brussels share the points
NEW DATES
Make a note of these dates in your agenda !
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: MAKHTAR GUEYE
"I would like to score 15 goals this season."
SELECTION AND PREVIEW STVV - KVO
Blessin can't count on D'Haese and Osifo.
STVV - KV OOSTENDE 1 - 1
With a goal from striker Makhtar Gueye the Kustboys take a point in far away Limburg after a difficult game.
TEAM PHOTO + BEACH BUSINESS CLUB
At the beautiful Domein De Cellen in Oostkamp, where our partner Callant Insurances is located, the players gathered last
PROMISES STAY ON TRACK
After a four out of six, Kurt Bataille's troops are in third place.
KVO - ZULTE WAREGEM 5-2
KVO wins in practice match.
INJURY UPDATE
We went to visit our long-term injured players Cameron McGeehan and Indy Boonen. They are rehabilitating in Antwerp and tell us how their
LIST OF INTERNATIONALS
First minutes for Batzner at German U21.
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: STEVEN FORTES
After a disappointing debut against Club Brugge, our new defender Steven Fortes (29) will be back in the squad tomorrow. After his ro
SELECTION AND PREVIEW KVO - CERCLE
Selection (19): Hubert, Schelfhout, Jakel, Tanghe, Fortes, Medley, Ndicka, Capon, Wylin, Amade, Koziello, D'Arpino, Batzner, Rocha
KV OOSTENDE - CERCLE BRUGES 2 - 1
The Coastal Boys manage to turn a deficit into a victory in the final quarter.
DONATE YOUR VOUCHERS TO UNDERPRIVILEGED FAMILIES !
Coastal boys put up a great campaign.
DRAW FOR PROMISES
Forgot to score against KV Kortrijk.
PRACTICAL INFO CROKY CUP: KVO - ONHAYE
KVO cups against Walloon third-amateur club
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK: ROBBIE D'HAESE
Robbie D’Haese (22) is terug uit blessure en sloot vandaag aan bij de groepstraining. We spraken met hem over zijn revalidatie en bli
SELECTION AND PREVIEW KV KORTRIJK - KVO
KVO sees Kevin Vandendriessche and Michiel Jonckheere back tomorrow.
KV KORTRIJK - KV OOSTENDE 1 - 0
De Kerels keep the three points in Kortrijk after a goal by Guèye
