Notably, the striker who is an orphan from a young age lived with his grandmother in the army barracks in Nigeria and overcame multiple injuries and depression on his way to stardom.
Nigerian international Victor Boniface this week made his UEFA Champions League debut for Bayer Leverkusen against Feyenoord winning 4 – 0 away at Rotterdam.
Bonface took to social media to express his gratitude for the milestone achieved; “From paying 30 Naira to watch Champions League football at Army Barrack, Akure, to playing my first Champions League game. Proud of this moment,”
Notably, the striker who is an orphan from a young age lived with his grandmother in the army barracks in Nigeria and overcame multiple injuries and depression on his way to stardom.
Although he didn’t get on the score sheet, Boniface had an impressive match to remember for his debut. His Thierry Henry no look pass pre-assist for the second goal is something to live for.
Xabi Alonso’s team who made history with their unbeaten Bundesliga title winning streak last season took the lead early in the game through Florian Wirtz. Defender Alejandro Grimaldo doubled the lead with a fantastic finish in the 30th minute before Wirtz got his second six minutes later. An own goal from Timon Wellenreuther sealed the win for Leverkusen.