Tag: lyon
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Moses Simon assist Nantes to a point against Lyon
Moses Simon comes through with an assist in the 90th minute, to help FC Nantes earn a point in their French Ligue 1 encounter against Lyon, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles forward assisted Mohammed to score as the home side came from behind to play a 1-1 draw at Stade de la Beaujoire – Louis…
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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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Super Falcons’ Nnadozie nominated for UNFP Goalkeeper of the Year
Super Falcons’ goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, who recently clinched the title of best goalkeeper in the D1 Arkema (French Women’s League), has secured yet another nomination, Nigeriasoccenet.com reports. The 23-year-old shot-stopper, also honored in the D1 Arkema Team of the Season, has been nominated for the prestigious National Union of Professional Footballers (UNFP) Goalkeeper of the…
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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…