Zanetti Hails Gift Orban After Match-Winning Brace for Hellas Verona

Hellas Verona manager Paolo Zanetti has showered praise on Nigerian forward Gift Orban following his outstanding performance in the club’s vital 2–1 away victory over Fiorentina on Sunday.

The hard-earned win significantly boosted Verona’s survival hopes in Serie A, with Orban emerging as the hero after scoring both goals for the Yellow and Blues in Florence.

The Nigeria international has now contributed four goals and one assist in 12 league appearances this season, underlining his growing influence since joining the club.

Speaking after the game, Zanetti revealed that Orban’s match-winning display came as no surprise to him.

“I’m happy for Orban and his brace,” Zanetti was quoted as saying. “I expected it because I see him every day. I believe in him as much as I do in the others, but there are moments we all have to overcome together.”

A Statement Performance at the Right Time

Orban’s brace could prove to be one of the defining moments of Verona’s season. Goals in pressure-filled away matches are priceless, and the striker delivered when his team needed him most.

Beyond the numbers, the performance reflects a player rediscovering confidence and rhythm. Zanetti’s trust appears to be paying off, showing how belief from the dugout can unlock a forward’s full potential.

For Nigerian fans, Orban’s resurgence is equally encouraging. Consistency at club level often translates to opportunities on the international stage, and performances like this keep him firmly in the conversation.

As Verona fight to secure their Serie A status, Orban’s goals may yet be the difference. If this display is a sign of things to come, both club and country could be set to benefit from a striker hitting form at exactly the right moment.