The last surviving member of the iconic team from the 1950s, and the only remaining player who played a crucial role alongside ‘Mister Antwerp’ Vic Mees in capturing Antwerp’s national league title in 1957, an achievement that stood as the pinnacle until the championship was reclaimed last year.
Louis marked his debut in the first team in 1951, proudly donning the Red & White colours for 11 seasons, participating in a total of 144 official matches. In the 1956-’57 season, he featured in every competition match, and the subsequent season saw the pinnacle with the historic double clash against Real Madrid in the European Champions Cup. Subsequently, Louis devoted himself to coaching youth, providing assistance to young players in honing their football skills.
Rest in peace, Champion.