Nigerian forward Gift Orban has been enjoying a recent spark in form for French side, Olympique Lyon showcasing his scoring prowess with two crucial goals off the bench in April, PRIMANEWS Sports Extra reports.
His ability to make an immediate impact has bolstered Lyon’s chances in both the Coupe de France and the French Ligue 1.
In Lyon’s thrilling Coupe de France semi-final clash against Valenciennes on April 2nd, Orban stole the spotlight just three minutes after being subbed on.
Facing a determined Valenciennes side, Lyon needed a spark to secure their spot in the final. Captain Lacazette had already given Lyon the lead with two goals, but it was Orban who put the game to bed with a decisive strike, sealing a commanding 3-0 victory.
Orban’s instant contribution exemplified Lyon’s depth and talent, earning them a deserved place in the final against Paris Saint-Germain.
Orban’s heroics continued in Lyon’s Ligue 1 encounter against relegation-threatened Nantes.
Despite starting on the bench, Orban made his presence felt when he entered the pitch in the 86th minutue, scoring his debut league goal and completing Lyon’s 3-1 comeback win.
His goal in the 90+7th minute capped off a remarkable turnaround for Lyon, solidifying their position in the league standings as they moved up to 10th.
Orban’s impact as a substitute highlights Lyon’s strength in depth and manager Pierre Sage’s tactical acumen. Despite playing a backup role to Lacazette, Orban has proven to be a reliable option off the bench, delivering crucial goals when called upon. His ability to seize opportunities and turn the tide of games has been instrumental in Lyon’s recent successes.
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