Nigerian midfielder Christopher Boniface delivered an impressive performance to inspire Ararat Yerevan to victory over Alashkert in the Armenia Premier League.

The 23-year-old wasted no time, breaking the deadlock just two minutes into the match at the Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium, Footballrover reports.

His early strike marked his third goal of the season and set the tone for what turned into an exciting Round 27 encounter.

Despite taking the lead, Ararat Yerevan were quickly tested by a spirited Alashkert side.

Boniface opens the show, but Alashkert hit back

Alashkert hit back through Yuri Martirosyan in the 26th minute, who then turned provider eight minutes later, setting up Sargis Metoyan for the visitors’ second goal.

The quickfire double flipped the match on its head and left Ararat trailing 2-1 by halftime.

But the second half saw a rejuvenated Ararat side take control—and the comeback was on.

Bah and Boniface combine for epic Ararat Yerevan win over Alashkert

Ivorian striker Keasse Bah emerged as the second-half hero. He equalised in the 58th minute before completing his brace with a clinical finish in the 70th minute to hand Ararat Yerevan the win over Alashkert.

Boniface played a key role in midfield, helping stabilise the team’s rhythm before being substituted in the 94th minute for Gagik Simonyan as the hosts closed out a nail-biting 3-2 victory.

Despite the win, Christopher Boniface and his Ararat Yerevan teammates remain 8th on the 11-team league table with 26 points from 24 matches.

Alashkert, meanwhile, sit nine points adrift in 10th place, still searching for form.

This victory might not have changed the standings significantly, but it surely lifted spirits—and Boniface once again proved why he remains one of Ararat’s most influential figures this season.

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Last Updated on April 19, 2025 1:13 pm by Sir Kris