Super Eagles’ forward, Victor Boniface, made headlines once again with an impactful cameo in Bayer Leverkusen stellar 4-0 victory against Bochum at the Bay Arena.
Despite starting on the bench, Boniface emerged as a game-changer, showcasing his prowess and sealing a crucial goal that solidified Bayer Leverkusen’s commanding lead, Footballrover reports.
In their Bundesliga clash against Bochum, Bayer Leverkusen, under the guidance of coach Xabi Alonso, opted to bench their Africa Cup of Nations-bound players, including the talented Nigerian striker, Boniface.
Despite this surprising move, Leverkusen maintained their dominance throughout the match, with Patrick Schick’s first-half hat-trick setting the tone for their exceptional performance.
However, the turning point arrived when Boniface was introduced in the 66th minute.
Swiftly responding to his inclusion in Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, Boniface wasted no time in leaving his mark on the game.
Partnering flawlessly with Florian Wirtz, he expertly netted a shot from inside the box, registering his tenth goal of the seasonâa career-best for the young Nigerian talent.
Boniface’s impact transcended the goal, showcasing his impressive involvement in Bundesliga games, with his 17th goal contribution in just 16 matchesâa feat previously achieved in fewer games only by football stalwarts like Harry Kane and Diego.
Bayer Leverkusen, maintaining their position at the top of the Bundesliga table, secured a convincing 4-0 win, with Boniface’s cameo performance serving as the highlight of the night.
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