Verona striker Orban takes ‘full responsibility’ for violent clash with fan

TL;DR

Verona striker Gift Orban has taken full responsibility for a violent altercation with a fan after a Serie A match against Milan. He issued a sincere apology for his behavior following the incident caught on camera.

Key points

Gift Orban is a striker for Verona.
The incident occurred after a match against Milan.
Orban apologized and took full responsibility for his actions.

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Verona striker Orban takes ‘full responsibility’ for violent clash with fan

Verona striker Gift Orban has expressed a ‘sincere apology for my behaviour’ after he was caught on camera in physical altercation with fans.

The incident happened in the car park of the Stadio Bentegodi when he was driving away after the 1-0 Serie A home defeat to Milan on Sunday.

A supporter said something, which prompted Orban to stop the car, get out, and physically attack the Verona fan, all under the eye of others who had been hoping for an autograph or picture with the player.

Hellas Verona released a statement condemning all forms of violence, so today Orban responded via his Instagram Stories.

Orban issues apology to Verona fans

CAGLIARI, ITALY – JANUARY 31: Gift Emmanuel Orban of Hellas Verona in action during the Serie A match between Cagliari Calcio and Hellas Verona FC at Stadio Sant’Elia on January 31, 2026 in Cagliari, Italy. (Photo by Enrico Locci/Getty Images)

Q&A

What led to Gift Orban's altercation with a fan?

The altercation occurred after Orban was provoked by a supporter while driving away from the Stadio Bentegodi following a loss to Milan.

What did Gift Orban say in his apology for the incident?

Orban expressed a sincere apology for his behavior and took full responsibility for the violent clash.

Where did the incident involving Gift Orban take place?

The incident took place in the car park of the Stadio Bentegodi after a Serie A match.