Nigerian and Bayern Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface narrowly escaped death in a serious car accident just hours after scoring the winning goal for Leverkusen.
The 23-year-old Super Eagles striker took to social media to share his harrowing experience.
Boniface’s accident occurred on Sunday, shortly after his match-winning performance against Eintracht Frankfurt.
The forward posted images and videos of the mangled car on his Instagram stories, expressing gratitude for his survival.
The video showed one of Boniface’s hands dripping blood after the crash.
In the video, the black car sustained significant damage to the right side, with the body severely affected.
He wrote: “Na so una for just hear say my enemy don die. God is the greatest, accompanied by photos showing his injured arm and the destroyed vehicle.
Interestingly, the footballer is doing fine as fans and the football community breathed a collective sigh of relief upon learning of Boniface’s survival.
German tabloid Bild reported that the striker is “doing well considering the circumstances and is only slightly injured,” citing a source close to the player.
Boniface’s Rise to Prominence
The 23-year-old joined Bayer Leverkusen last season and played a pivotal role in the club’s historic unbeaten league and cup double.
His impressive performance earned him a debut call-up to the Nigerian national team. This season, Boniface has scored seven goals in 10 games across all competitions.
On Saturday, October 19, 2024, Boniface missed a penalty but redeemed himself with a header in the 2-1 home victory over Eintracht Frankfurt.
The win cemented Leverkusen’s strong start to the season. Less than 24 hours later, Boniface’s life hung in the balance.
As it stands, Bayer Leverkusen have yet to publicly comment on the incident, but fans and well-wishers have flooded social media with messages of support and relief.
As the Nigerian striker recovers from his ordeal, attention turns to his return to the pitch.
Leverkusen’s title aspirations rely heavily on Boniface’s goal-scoring prowess. His swift recovery will be crucial in maintaining the team’s momentum.
Who is Victor Boniface?
Victor Okoh Boniface, born on December 23, 2000, has established himself as a formidable force in the world of football.
The Nigerian striker currently plies his trade with Bundesliga giants Bayer Leverkusen and represents the Nigeria national team.
Boniface football skills
Boniface’s pace, strength, dribbling ability, finishing, and tireless work ethic have earned him widespread recognition.
His distinctive playing style sets him apart from his peers, showcasing exceptional skills in dribbling, finishing, and headed attempts.
While Boniface excels in various aspects, areas for improvement include offside awareness, holding onto the ball, and defensive contribution. Despite these weaknesses, his attributes make him a potent force on the field.
His Playing Philosophy
Boniface’s approach to the game is characterized by his love for dribbling, laying off passes, and playing long balls. This unique playing style contributes significantly to his effectiveness as a forward.
What’s next?
It remains to be seen whether Victor Boniface will feature in Bayer Leverkusen’s away match at French club Brest in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, October 23.
