Victor Boniface’s sudden retirement post on social media has sent shockwaves through Nigerian football, raising concern about the future of the Bayer Leverkusen striker with the Super Eagles.
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According to a report by SCORENigeria, Boniface expressed deep frustration shortly after Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Russia in Moscow. The 24-year-old posted on social media that he was retiring from international football—a post that was later deleted.
Sources close to the player revealed to SCORENigeria that Boniface is emotionally worn out from a pattern of sustaining major injuries each time he reports for national duty. “He said he is troubled that more often than not he suffers serious injuries when he comes to play for the Super Eagles,” a close associate disclosed.
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Boniface’s concern isn’t unfounded. He missed the entire 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament after suffering an abductor injury on the eve of the competition in Côte d’Ivoire. That injury required surgery and kept him off the pitch for several months.
The striker encountered a similar fate during a 2025 AFCON qualifier against Rwanda in Uyo in November, again sidelined for months after picking up a serious injury.
This string of bad luck has led Boniface to question his national team future, as the fear of repeat injuries haunts his international aspirations. While no official statement has been made since he deleted the post, the tension among fans is palpable, with many pleading for understanding and better player welfare.
Victor Boniface had a stellar 2024/25 season with Bayer Leverkusen, playing a key role in their domestic and European campaigns. As one of Nigeria's brightest attacking talents, his potential exit from the Super Eagles would be a major blow.
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The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is yet to officially comment on the matter, but insiders believe urgent dialogue with Boniface may be necessary to keep him committed to the national team.
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