Tag: Gift Orban
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Gift Orban scores 4th goal in 5 matches
Gift Orban was on the score sheet once again as he continued his fine form in Hoffenheim’s draw against Stuttgart in the German Bundesliga, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Gift Orban was on the score sheet to steal a point for Hoffenheim at the Rhein-Neckar Arena. Nick Woltemade had put the visitors in front, but with just 15…
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Hoffenheim coach Ilzer praises Gift Orban’s exceptional potential
Hoffenheim head coach Christian Ilzer has lauded Gift Orban, highlighting the Nigerian forward’s exceptional potential and his growing impact at the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Orban, who joined the Bundesliga side from Lyon during the January transfer window, has quickly begun to adapt to his new environment. Ilzer on Orban’s Development Speaking with Liga Insider, Ilzer…
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Boniface, Orban hit the target as Hoffenheim fall to Leverkusen
Nigeria Super Eagles forward, Victor Boniface marked his return to the pitch in style with a goal after minutes of action as Bayer Leverkusen beat Hoffenheim on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Victor Boniface’s goal gave the Bundesliga Champions a 3-1 win over Hoffenheim at the Bay Arena. Boniface’s opener in the 15th minute was doubled by…
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Gift Orban scores first league goal in draw against Frankfurt
Gift Orban got the needed relief after he scored his first Bundesliga goal in Hoffenheim’s home draw versus Frankfurt, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Orban got on the score sheet four minutes after his introduction to score his first goal for his new club in the 2-2 draw at Rhein-Neckar Arena. After a strong start to the game…
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Dortmund, Leipzig and Stuttgart join the chase for Orban
Bundesliga clubs Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, and VfB Stuttgart have entered the fray to sign Nigerian forward Gift Orban, who is expected to leave Olympic Lyon in January, Nigeriasoccermet.com reports. Orban has struggled to secure regular playing time at Lyon, scoring just twice in five appearances since his €14m transfer from KAA Gent in January…
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DNCG’S Ruling: Lyon to sanction Gift Orban’s sale
Gift Orban has had a tumultuous campaign in France, days of happiness has been nothing but short and with him been currently ostracized from the first team, Lyon are ready to sanction his exit if the right offers come within their price tag, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. Olympique Lyonnais is facing a financial crisis that could force…
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UEL: Cyriel Dessers assists Rangers to Victory over Malmo
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers played a part in Rangers’ defeat of Malmo FF in the UEFA Europa League clash on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Rangers defeated Swedish side, Malmo FF in front their fans 2-0 to kickoff their 2024/25 UEFA Europa League group campaign, Dessers providing one of the assists of the goals on the…
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Brace: Gift Orban shines in Lyon’s brave fight-back against Strasbourg
Gift Orban bagged a memorable double in the seven-goal thriller against Liam Rosenior’s Strasbourg side as Lyon picked all maximum three points against visitors at the Groupama Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. The Nigerian who started from the bench was introduced in the 59th minute and wasted no time to get his name on the scoresheet, scoring…
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Orban scores as Lyon cruise to the final of the French cup
Super Eagle forward, Gift Orban was a impressive substitute for Lyon and the striker grabbed a goal in his team’s 3-0 win over Valenciennes in the Coupe de France, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The host at the Lyon stadium after a goalless half time took the lead in the 51st minute from the center spot through Alexander Lacazette.…
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Gift Orban opens goal account for Lyon
Nigeria’s Gift Orban was on the score sheet in Olympique Lyonnaise win over Lille in the Coupe de France for Les Gones on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Orban opened score for Lyon in the 40th with a chip beyond goalkeeper for Lyon to go into the dressing room with the lead at half time. Cherik doubled…
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Official: Gift Orban completes move to Lyon
Nigeria’s Gift Orban has completed his move to French Ligue 1 side, Olympique Lyonnaise from Belgian side, KAA Gent on a permanent deal, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. ??? Official, confirmed. Gift Orban signs as new Olympique Lyon player on permanent deal from Gent. €13m fee, contract until June 2028 — here Orban after signing the contract with…
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Transfers- Gift Orban reportedly set to join Lyon
As reported by Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Gift Orban is set to join French outfit in Olympique Lyon with the deal which is confirmed to be done for €13m fee to Gent awaiting official confirmation from both parties. The deal was strongly wanted by club president John Textor alongside one more top signing after…
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No Orban, Akpom as Peseiro releases 40-man provisional list
The 40-man provisional list of the Super Eagles ahead of the African Cup of Nations in Cote D’Ivoire has been released by Coach Jose Peseiro, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The list which was submitted to CAF on Monday with names of players like Gift Orban of KAA Genk and Chuba Akpom of Ajax missing in the list.…
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Seyi Olofinjana Sacked By Grasshopper After A Season
Former Nigeria international Seyi Olofinjana had been relieved of his duty as the Technical Director of Switzerland club, Grasshopper Club Zürich, Nigeriasoccernet can report. The Swiss Club made the announcement on Monday via a statement on their website. Over the past weeks, intense discussions regarding the future of the club were held. Through these open…