Victor Boniface
Nigerian footballer with Bayer Leverkusen
Born
December 23rd, 2000
24 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Nigeria
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A professional footballer from Nigeria, recognized for performance as a forward. Development began with the youth teams of Nigeria before moving to the senior national squad. Transitioned to European football, joining Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga. Contributed significantly to the team's attacking strategy, showcasing skill and determination in competitive matches.
Scored multiple goals in the Bundesliga for Bayer Leverkusen
Represented Nigeria in international competitions
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