Boniface credits teammates for success

In a display of humility, Nigeria international, Victor Boniface, has credited his teammates for his bright start to life in Germany, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

Boniface joined Bayer Leverkusen for €20m from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise last transfer window but has blossomed into one of the most dreaded strikers in Europe.

His impressive tally of seven goals and two assists in seven Bundesliga games have seen him pick up the league’s Player of The Month and Rookie of The Month awards for August, while also earning nominations for Best Player of The Month in September.

The 22-year-old striker has been instrumental to Die Werkself’s impressive start to the 2023/24 season as they currently sit top of the Bundesliga table after seven match days and winning all but one of their games in all competitions this term.

Despite being instrumental to Leverkusen’s impressive run as they seek to win the Bundesliga title for the first time in their history, Boniface remains adamant that the Die Werkself’s success is down to the work the whole team has put in.

“It’s not down to me. Leverkusen signed six or seven players; mine is to help the team, and they’re doing the same. This is not just about me, it’s also for the team,” he told OmaSports TV.

“Coming to a top club like Leverkusen, playing for the first team, and helping the team has been good. For me, it’s a surprise, but it’s football, anything can happen.”

He also heaped praise on manager Xabi Alonso for how he’s managed the team.

“He’s a great guy, great coach and a great footballer. The passion is there and he knows what he wants. Working with him makes me happy.”

Boniface is currently in Portugal with the Super Eagles as they prepare to face Saudi Arabia and Mozambique in friendly games on Friday (today) and Monday.