Victor Boniface’s stellar debut season in the German top flight has earned him recognition from fans, as he secures a spot in the esteemed Bundesliga Team of the Season, according to Punch Sports Extra.
The Super Eagles striker, who plies his trade with Bayer Leverkusen under manager Xabi Alonso, has impressed with his consistent performances, notching up an impressive tally of 19 goals, including eleven in the Bundesliga alone. Despite battling injuries for almost four months, he also provided eight assists, showcasing his all-round contribution to the team.
Boniface, aged 23, joins Serhou Guirassy as one of the two African players to feature in the Bundesliga Team of the Season. Their inclusion underscores the growing influence of African talent in European football.
In this prestigious lineup, England captain Harry Kane leads the attack, flanked by Boniface and Guirassy on the left and right wings, respectively. Leverkusen dominates the midfield with Granit Xhaka and Florian Wirtz, while Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala completes the trio.
Defensively, Leverkusen continues to shine with Alex Grimaldo, Jeremie Frimpong, Tah, and Stuttgart’s Anton securing spots in the backline, while Borussia Dortmund’s Gregor Kobel guards the goal.
Meanwhile, Boniface and his Leverkusen teammates are on the cusp of making history as the first team in Bundesliga history to go an entire season unbeaten. Their remarkable unbeaten streak of 47 consecutive fixtures sets the stage for a potential treble, with the UEFA Europa League semi-final looming large. However, Manager Xabi Alonso will be absent from the touchline this weekend due to suspension, leaving assistant coaches Sebastian Parilla and Alberto Encinas in charge as Leverkusen face Eintracht Frankfurt.
