Hellas Verona manager Paolo Zanetti has reiterated his belief in the abilities of Super Eagles striker Gift Orban but insists the Nigeria international must continue to do more for the team.
Orban was the standout performer on Sunday, scoring a brace to inspire Verona to a 2-1 victory over bottom-placed Fiorentina. The win marked Verona’s second of the season and took the 23-year-old’s goal tally to four in 12 appearances.
Zanetti praised his players for their collective effort and reserved special praise for Man of the Match Orban, while also stressing that the forward still has room to grow.
“We knew it would be extremely difficult given what was at stake, but playing here at the Franchi against a team like Fiorentina is a pleasure,” Zanetti said after the game. “We played a complete match, scored goals and performed well.”
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“They are a team with a lot of quality. They like to play the ball but also leave space, and the boys interpreted the game very well. I’m happy for Orban and his brace.
“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.”
Verona will return to action after the Christmas break with a challenging trip to the San Siro to face AC Milan.
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