Mustapha Isah’s ruthless brace powers La Louvière past Kortrijk

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17 Sept 2026Mustapha Isah’s ruthless brace powers La Louvière past Kortrijk

RAAL La Louvière’s 3-0 win over KV Kortrijk in Pro League Round 6 had a clear headline act. Mustapha Isah needed only 66 minutes to settle it, scoring twice and carrying a constant threat at Easi Arena in La Louvière. The 2004-born Nigerian striker put in a complete performance in front of home fans. He was efficient in the box, tidy on the ball, and busy without it. On Sofascore, his output translated into a perfect Sofascore Rating 10, the highest mark possible. It came with a clean shooting line and smart movement. Lawrence Visser officiated a game that La Louvière controlled for long spells. The result keeps the hosts smiling after a convincing, three-goal display.
Brace, efficiency and a perfect Sofascore Rating
Isah finished the match with two goals from three total shots. Two of those attempts hit the target and the other was blocked. His expected goals measured 0.93, while his expected goals on target came in at 1.50. The numbers match the eye test, since his finishing was sharp and decisive. He needed only 21 touches to leave a big mark on the game. That economy of touches shows a striker reading the box well. He also timed runs aggressively, getting caught offside twice as he kept Kortrijk’s back line honest. The complete output earned a Sofascore Rating 10, a perfect return built on quality chances and end product.
Movement and finishing details that mattered
The key to Isah’s brace was his positioning. He operated as a classic center-forward, finding space and striking cleanly with his right foot. His shot profile aligned with efficient finishing inside the area. The 0.93 xG shows chance quality, while 1.50 xGOT shows he struck his efforts well. That lift from xG to xGOT often signals strong technique and placement. It also points to the type of shots that make goalkeepers work. With three shots in 66 minutes, his shot volume was measured, not wild. The return was the kind every striker wants, few touches and maximum impact.
Link-up play and ball carrying lift the attack
Isah did not just finish moves. He helped start and connect them too. He completed 7 of 7 passes, including 1 of 1 long balls, which kept attacks tidy. He also created one big chance and played one key pass, a simple but valuable contribution to the final third. His carrying threat stood out, with seven ball carries covering 79.12 meters. Five of those were progressive, adding 59.84 meters upfield. His best single carry progressed 31.94 meters, which speaks to quick breaks through space. That blend of quick link-up and forward carrying suits La Louvière’s direct surges. On Sofascore, those sequences are easy to track in the event heat map and advanced stats.
Work rate without the ball seals a complete game
The forward’s defensive line reads well for a striker. He recovered the ball four times and added one clearance. He attempted one tackle and won it. He won four duels and lost three, while losing two in the air. There were normal striker blemishes, like four unsuccessful touches and one dispossession. He also drew one foul, which helped relieve pressure. Across 66 minutes, that is a healthy shift for a No. 9. It shows involvement when La Louvière needed to defend from the front, not just finish chances at the other end.
Season snapshot points to a rising threat
After six starts this Pro League season, Isah is on five goals. His average Sofascore Rating is 7.78 across 471 minutes. He has 17 total shots with 11 on target and a 29.41% goal conversion rate. All five goals have come from inside the box and with his right foot. He has completed 10 dribbles at a 71% success rate, while averaging 10.34 km covered per 90. His top speed has hit 33.51 km/h, supported by 96 sprints so far. The expected numbers also back the output, with 3.89 xG and 0.53 xA for the campaign. He has been flagged offside eight times, which tracks with a striker who plays on the shoulder. For live ratings, xG, heat maps and more on Belgian football, Sofascore has every touch covered.
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RAAL La Louvière’s 3-0 win over KV Kortrijk in Pro League Round 6 had a clear headline act. Mustapha Isah needed only 66 minutes to settle it, scoring twice and carrying a constant threat at Easi Arena in La Louvière. The 2004-born Nigerian striker put in a complete performance in front of home fans. He was efficient in the box, tidy on the ball, and busy without it. On Sofascore, his output translated into a perfect Sofascore Rating 10, the highest mark possible. It came with a clean shooting line and smart movement. Lawrence Visser officiated a game that La Louvière controlled for long spells. The result keeps the hosts smiling after a convincing, three-goal display.
Brace, efficiency and a perfect Sofascore Rating
Isah finished the match with two goals from three total shots. Two of those attempts hit the target and the other was blocked. His expected goals measured 0.93, while his expected goals on target came in at 1.50. The numbers match the eye test, since his finishing was sharp and decisive. He needed only 21 touches to leave a big mark on the game. That economy of touches shows a striker reading the box well. He also timed runs aggressively, getting caught offside twice as he kept Kortrijk’s back line honest. The complete output earned a Sofascore Rating 10, a perfect return built on quality chances and end product.
Movement and finishing details that mattered
The key to Isah’s brace was his positioning. He operated as a classic center-forward, finding space and striking cleanly with his right foot. His shot profile aligned with efficient finishing inside the area. The 0.93 xG shows chance quality, while 1.50 xGOT shows he struck his efforts well. That lift from xG to xGOT often signals strong technique and placement. It also points to the type of shots that make goalkeepers work. With three shots in 66 minutes, his shot volume was measured, not wild. The return was the kind every striker wants, few touches and maximum impact.
Link-up play and ball carrying lift the attack
Isah did not just finish moves. He helped start and connect them too. He completed 7 of 7 passes, including 1 of 1 long balls, which kept attacks tidy. He also created one big chance and played one key pass, a simple but valuable contribution to the final third. His carrying threat stood out, with seven ball carries covering 79.12 meters. Five of those were progressive, adding 59.84 meters upfield. His best single carry progressed 31.94 meters, which speaks to quick breaks through space. That blend of quick link-up and forward carrying suits La Louvière’s direct surges. On Sofascore, those sequences are easy to track in the event heat map and advanced stats.
Work rate without the ball seals a complete game
The forward’s defensive line reads well for a striker. He recovered the ball four times and added one clearance. He attempted one tackle and won it. He won four duels and lost three, while losing two in the air. There were normal striker blemishes, like four unsuccessful touches and one dispossession. He also drew one foul, which helped relieve pressure. Across 66 minutes, that is a healthy shift for a No. 9. It shows involvement when La Louvière needed to defend from the front, not just finish chances at the other end.
Season snapshot points to a rising threat
After six starts this Pro League season, Isah is on five goals. His average Sofascore Rating is 7.78 across 471 minutes. He has 17 total shots with 11 on target and a 29.41% goal conversion rate. All five goals have come from inside the box and with his right foot. He has completed 10 dribbles at a 71% success rate, while averaging 10.34 km covered per 90. His top speed has hit 33.51 km/h, supported by 96 sprints so far. The expected numbers also back the output, with 3.89 xG and 0.53 xA for the campaign. He has been flagged offside eight times, which tracks with a striker who plays on the shoulder. For live ratings, xG, heat maps and more on Belgian football, Sofascore has every touch covered.