Bayer Leverkusen, the reigning Bundesliga champions, have released an update regarding the health status of Nigeria international Victor Boniface following a car accident in Germany, as reported by PUNCH Sports Extra.
The Super Eagles striker narrowly escaped injury in the crash on Sunday, just hours after he played a crucial role in Leverkusen’s 2-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga.
In a now-deleted post on his social media platforms, the 23-year-old shared videos and images showcasing the extent of damage to his vehicle after the accident. He expressed his gratitude by stating, “God is the greatest” and “God says my time hasn’t come.”
According to the German tabloid Bild, Boniface was not driving but was a passenger in the car that collided with a truck. The report noted, “Boniface was on the A3 highway between Bad Camberg and Idstein, en route to Frankfurt Airport shortly after 7 AM on a training-free Sunday to collect friends when the Mercedes collided with a truck.” the website wrote
The police investigation revealed that the driver lost control of the vehicle due to fatigue, causing it to skid from the middle lane into the truck, resulting in the car overturning. Bayer Leverkusen reassured the public by stating to BILD, “He is fine.” Boniface only suffered minor injuries to his hand. Both he and the driver were treated and examined at a hospital and have now safely returned to Cologne.
In one of the shared images, Boniface was seen looking directly at the camera, showing his arm, which appeared to be bleeding. The news of his recovery has brought relief to fans and the football community, especially as he remains a vital asset for Leverkusen during this impressive season.
Leverkusen is optimistic about having the striker ready for their upcoming UEFA Champions League match against Brest on Wednesday. This week has been particularly eventful for Boniface, who, during a trip with Nigeria’s national team to Libya, faced a prolonged stay of over 15 hours at a remote airport, leading to the Eagles’ decision to boycott their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match.
