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The Bayer Leverkusen star found his scoring boots again after the Super Eagles' WC qualifying heartbreak.
Victor Boniface has reassured Super Eagles fans after their World Cup qualification campaign suffered another setback.
The 24-year-old striker, who has been in electric form for Bayer Leverkusen, insists Nigeria will not miss out on the global showpiece for the second straight edition, despite their struggles in the qualifiers.
Pulse Sports earlier reported Boniface was back to his best on Friday night, scoring in Bayer Leverkusen’s crucial 3-1 victory over Bochum.
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The Bundesliga Rookie of the 2023/24 Season winner tapped in from close range on the hour mark, helping Xabi Alonso’s side maintain their title charge.
The goal marked his first start in seven matches, underlining his importance to the German club.
However, his club heroics stand in stark contrast to his form for the Nigeria national team.
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The Super Eagles’ lacklustre displays against Rwanda and Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers left fans frustrated, with Boniface failing to find the back of the net in either game.
The absence of goals has intensified scrutiny on the striker, who boasts an impressive record of 11 goals in 24 appearances for Leverkusen this season but is still searching for his first competitive goal for Nigeria since his debut in 2023.
Victor Boniface’s bold promise to fans
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Following the disappointing 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in Uyo, Nigerian fans took to social media to vent their frustrations.
One emotional supporter reached out to Boniface on Snapchat, acknowledging past criticisms and expressing fears that the Super Eagles might fail to qualify for a second consecutive World Cup.
The fan’s message read: ‘Bro, no vex for wetin I tell you say you be average player earlier.
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"Na as we no win for that Naija match nai dey pain us, and I dey fear say we no go qualify for World Cup. No vex, bro. I wish you good luck for the rest of the season.’
Boniface, however, responded with unwavering confidence, writing: ‘We go go World Cup no fear.’
National Team woes vs club brilliance
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Boniface’s situation has become a hot topic, with many questioning why his lethal form in the Bundesliga hasn’t translated to international success.
At Leverkusen, he has been a revelation since his 2023 move from Union SG, playing a pivotal role in their historic Bundesliga triumph last season.
Yet, on the international stage, the Nigeria international remains goalless in competitive fixtures, a statistic that continues to haunt him.
As the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets even tougher, Boniface and the Super Eagles must rediscover their winning formula to avoid another disastrous campaign.
For now, Nigerian fans will be hoping that Boniface’s bold proclamation isn’t just talk.
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