Victor Boniface, the Bayer Leverkusen forward, has found himself at the center of online backlash following a recent social media post. The footballer shared photos from a high-profile event where he was seen with Nigerian music stars Davido and Zlatan Ibile. Boniface sported a fashionable all-white ensemble, complemented by matching sneakers, as he posed alongside the celebrities.
The Event
Boniface attended Davido’s sold-out performance at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, a star-studded occasion that also featured prominent Nigerian figures such as Cubana Chief Priest and Ubi Franklin.
Criticism and Context
Fans have voiced frustration over the timing of Boniface’s social media activity. Just days earlier, he sustained a thigh injury during the Super Eagles’ 2-1 loss to Rwanda in their final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers match, held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.
- Concerns Over Priorities: Critics argue that Boniface should be focusing on recovery and team commitments rather than attending entertainment events.
- Support from Fans: Others have defended the striker, noting that footballers are entitled to personal lives and leisure activities outside of their professional obligations.
Injury Update
The severity of Boniface’s injury remains unclear, though it has raised concerns about his availability for upcoming matches, both for Bayer Leverkusen and the Super Eagles.
Boniface’s Response
The player has not publicly addressed the criticism, but the viral nature of the post continues to spark debate over athletes’ responsibilities and the scrutiny they face in balancing their careers and personal lives.
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His recent fun moments have sparked reactions about his fitness, as his pictures went viral.
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@kingydavies: :Oga go play ball leave influencers to do there work. Ronaldo is still working hard despite his money and fame, una own small money club and flexing.”
@LawrenceOkoroPG: “Oga focus on your recovery and football. Pogba, Lingard and many more that has gone this route lost their careers.”
@hisduthyy: “@boniface_jrn That tattoo for your arm speaks loud how you love that woman. I want to spoil my grandma too this Xmas but it is what it is. I’ll try with the little I have even na 1 wrapper. God bless all grandma out there.”
@Tejumola151416: “Good morning Egbon Boniface. Hope you slept well?”
@ChuksJAnyanwu1: “Forget pictures. We ur fans need you to score lit of goals this season. More grace.”