Gift Orban’s stunning performance in the Conference League clash against Beldablik on Thursday, left Coach Hein Vanhaezebrouck with little choice but to consider him for a starting role.

Orban, who expressed his frustration with being a substitute at Charleroi last weekend, silenced his critics with a hat-trick, marking his first since the 5-0 victory against Pogon Szczecin.

Starting from the kickoff, Orban showcased his best performance of the season, drawing applause from owner Sam Baro, who was in attendance.

The Nigerian opened the scoring with a header just six minutes in, thanks to some dramatic defending by the home team.

He however followed it up with two more goals in the second half, serving as a potent reminder of his undeniable quality to Coach Hein Vanhaezebrouck.