Nigerian striker Victor Boniface has sparked mixed reactions after scoring for Bayer Leverkusen just days after returning from international duty, where he failed to find the net for the Super Eagles.
Boniface was on target in Leverkusen’s 3-1 win over VfL Bochum, helping his club close the gap on Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich. However, many Nigerian fans took to social media to express their frustration, questioning why the forward has not replicated his club form with the national team.
The 23-year-old was part of Nigeria’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe but failed to make an impact. Just days after returning to Germany, he scored a crucial goal for his club, fuelling concerns about his commitment to the Super Eagles.
Social Media Reactions
Nigerian fans were vocal about their disappointment, accusing Boniface of showing more dedication at club level than with the national team. Here are some reactions from social media:
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@Chuks4Real: “So Boniface can score for Leverkusen but not for Nigeria? This guy plays with more hunger in Europe than when he wears the green and white.”
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@OluLegend: “He returned from Nigeria and immediately scored for his club. Something is wrong. He doesn’t give 100% for the Super Eagles.”
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@AdaNaija: “Boniface moves like a lion for Bayer Leverkusen, but when it’s time for Nigeria, he’s a ghost. What’s the excuse now?”
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@UgoSuperEagle: “I won’t be surprised if he says he’s ‘tired’ the next time Nigeria calls him up. Some players just don’t care about the national team.”
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@EmmaGoalz: “If Boniface played with this same energy for Nigeria, we wouldn’t be struggling in qualifiers. Does he even want to be here?”
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@TundeStats: “Boniface has scored for Leverkusen. Where was this form when we needed him against Rwanda and Zimbabwe? We need serious players in the national team.”
With Nigeria struggling in their World Cup qualification campaign, fans are demanding that Boniface and other Super Eagles players step up their performances. For now, the striker remains a key player for Leverkusen, but his international form will continue to be a talking point.
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