Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen striker, Victor Boniface, has emerged as one of Europe’s most promising young dribblers, showcasing his skills on the field with exceptional performances. The 22-year-old forward has caught the attention of football enthusiasts with his remarkable contributions to Bayer Leverkusen’s campaign.
Victor Boniface has made a name for himself in Germany, securing the Bundesliga Rookie of the Month award for the first two months of the season. He has been instrumental in Bayer Leverkusen’s success, amassing nine goals and four assists in all competitions, with seven of those goals coming in the Bundesliga.
Notably, only five players in the Bundesliga, all older than 22, have scored more goals than Boniface in his debut season in a top European league. This achievement emphasizes his goal-scoring prowess.
What sets Boniface apart is not just his ability to find the back of the net; he also excels in creating opportunities for his teammates. New data from the CIES Football Observatory ranks him as the 14th best U-23 dribbler in Europe’s top five leagues, boasting a remarkable 4.5 dribbles per game and a 58% dribbling accuracy.
Among players with a 58% or higher dribbling accuracy, only a select few, including Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli and Real Sociedad’s Takefusa Kubo, surpass Boniface in terms of dribbles per game. However, none of them match his goal-scoring record in the league, making him a unique talent.
Bayer Leverkusen’s coach, Xabi Alonso, has recognized Boniface’s exceptional qualities, referring to him as a ‘complete’ forward. Boniface’s contributions extend beyond his scoring ability, as he maintains a strong connection with his teammates, assisting in various aspects of the game.
As Leverkusen continues to excel as an attacking force, Victor Boniface’s dribbling skills and finishing abilities make him a formidable presence in the Bundesliga. His promising performances indicate that there is even more to come from this young Nigerian star, providing excitement for fans and the potential for further success in the future.
