Nigerian striker Victor Boniface capped an Invincible German Bundesliga debut campaign with a goal as Bayer Leverkusen beat Augsburg in the final game of the 2023/2024 season.
Super Eagles star Victor Boniface made history in the Bundesliga by scoring a key goal as Bayer Leverkusen completed an unprecedented unbeaten season, earning the title of “Invincibles.”
This remarkable achievement was highlighted by Boniface’s “made-in-Africa” goal, assisted by Moroccan star Amine Adli, during Leverkusen’s final-day triumph over Augsburg.
The historic moment came just 12 minutes into the match when Adli’s relentless pressing forced a mistake from the Augsburg goalkeeper.
Adli then unselfishly set up Boniface, who calmly broke the deadlock, showcasing the brilliant synergy between the two African players.
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Leverkusen didn’t stop there, as Robert Andrich’s exceptional backheel goal before the half-hour mark extended their lead, leaving Augsburg fans in silence at halftime. Despite a spirited comeback attempt by Augsburg in the second half, Boniface’s early goal proved decisive.
Victor Boniface’s 14th goal of the German Bundesliga season helped make the crowning moment in a sensational campaign for him and his team.
It marked a historic achievement for Bayer Leverkusen, making them the first team in Bundesliga history to complete an entire season without a single defeat. This incredible feat was achieved with the significant contributions of African talents like Boniface, Tella, Odilon and Adli.
Boniface’s performance this season, capped by this historic goal, cements his place in Bundesliga folklore and highlights the growing influence of African players in European football.
