Bochum vs Leverkusen: Super Eagles forward Boniface demoted after Liverpool disaster

Victor Boniface was reduced to just 13 minutes.

Bochum vs Leverkusen: Super Eagles forward Boniface demoted after Liverpool disaster

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 17:27 - 09.11.2024

German champions Leverkusen dropped points again with Super Eagles duo Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella on the bench.

In another disappointing outing for Bayer Leverkusen, Nigerian forwards Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella found themselves sidelined as the team dropped crucial points in the Bundesliga.

The duo's limited appearances came after a challenging outing against Liverpool in the Champions League, where Leverkusen suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat.

In their latest Bundesliga fixture against Bochum, Leverkusen managed only a 1-1 draw, further complicating their title aspirations.

Boniface, who had been a standout performer earlier in the season, was demoted to the bench following his lacklustre performance at Anfield.

Victor Boniface has struggled in the last two matches for Bayer Leverkusen.
Victor Boniface has struggled in the last two matches for Bayer Leverkusen. (Photo Credit: Imago)

He played just 13 minutes in Bochum, while Tella contributed 26 minutes off the bench.

Boniface, who had been enjoying a prolific season with nine goals prior to the Liverpool match, faced criticism for missing key opportunities during the Champions League clash.

Victor Boniface managed just 13 minutes. || Imago
Victor Boniface managed just 13 minutes. || Imago

His performance at Anfield was particularly disappointing, leading to speculation about his current form and fitness.

Coach Xabi Alonso opted to start without him in the lineup against Bochum, indicating a shift in strategy as Leverkusen aimed to bounce back from their European woes.

Despite his brief appearance against Bochum, Boniface was unable to make a significant impact, and Leverkusen's struggles continued as they failed to secure a win.

The draw leaves them trailing behind their rivals in the Bundesliga title race.

Nathan Tella in action for Leverkusen.

Nathan Tella also faced challenges during the match but managed to contribute more minutes than Boniface.

His role on the right flank has been pivotal for Leverkusen this season, although he too could not change the outcome of the match against Bochum.

Both Boniface and Tella will need to find their rhythm again if they hope to help their team regain its winning form.

With pressure mounting in the Bundesliga, fans will be watching closely to see how these Super Eagles forwards respond in upcoming fixtures.