Victor Boniface: Super Eagles striker extends Bundesliga reign with another award

Victor Boniface has found how to keep himself busy while on the sidelines. (Photo Credit: bayer Leverkusen/X)

Victor Boniface: Super Eagles striker extends Bundesliga reign with another award

Izuchukwu Akawor 09:06 - 20.10.2023

Nigeria Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface remains the man to beat in the Bundesliga following a blistering start to life at Bayer Leverkusen.

Nigerian Super Eagles sensation, Victor Boniface, has once again etched his name in the annals of Bundesliga history by adding another prestigious accolade to his ever-growing list of achievements.

Boniface has been named the Bundesliga Rookie of the Month for September, which solidifies his reputation as one of the league’s most formidable players. 

Super Eagles’ Boniface in the Bundesliga

Nigeria’s men's national team, the Super Eagles, have long been associated with an impressive roster of talented of players who have made their mark on the global stage.

Bayer Leverkusen’s Boniface is undoubtedly one of the brightest players in this constellation. His performance in the Bundesliga, one of Europe’s top five leagues, has consistently drawn admiration and attention. 

Boniface shines again in Germany
Victor Boniface in action for Bayer Leverkusen || Credit: Imago

The recent honour bestowed upon Boniface underscores his extraordinary impact in Leverkusen and German football in just a short span of time. 

His ability to find the back of the net has become a hallmark of his playing style and fans both in Nigeria and Germany have celebrated his remarkable talent.

Boniface celebrates another Bundesliga award.
Victor Boniface with his latest Rookie Award. (Photo Credit: Bayer Leverkusen/X)

Since moving to Bayer over the summer, Boniface has been a revelation, with the Nigerian start in fine-scoring form. After netting a debut goal in the cup, the 22-year-old kicked off his season with an assist in his first Bundesliga match en route to seven goals in just seven appearances.

This form led to the player becoming the new king in German football as he replaced Erling Haaland as the second player to win the Bundesliga Player of the Month and Rookie of the Month awards. 

A Boni-Brace of awards for Boniface.
Victor Boniface won the Bundesliga POTM and Rookie of the month for August 2023| Photo Credit: Instagram(@boniface_jrn)

He also got his first call-up to Nigeria Super Eagles in the comfortable 6-0 win against Sao Tome and has now added a second Rookie of the Month award to his name after another brilliant outing in September. 

Boniface’s journey in the Bundesliga has been nothing short of remarkable, and there is every reason to believe that he will continue to extend his reign in the league.

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