By Samaila Emmanuel Bzugu
Nigerian international Victor Boniface made his UEFA Champions League debut on Thursday, September 19, 2024, as Bayer Leverkusen thrashed Feyenoord 4-0 at Stadion Feyenoord in Rotterdam. Boniface played 62 minutes before being substituted by Patrick Schick.
The striker took to social media to express his excitement and gratitude, sharing a heartwarming story of his journey from watching Champions League matches as a child to becoming a participant.
From paying 30 Naira to watch Champions League football at night back then at 323 Army Barracks, Akure, to playing my first Champions League game
“From paying 30 Naira to watch Champions League football at night back then at 323 Army Barracks, Akure, to playing my first Champions League game. Proud of this moment,” Boniface wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Boniface’s humble beginnings in Akure, Nigeria, where he paid N30 (approximately $0.07 USD) to watch Champions League games, highlight his determination and rise to prominence in international football.
-Victor Boniface made his UEFA Champions League debut for Bayer Leverkusen.
Bayer Leverkusen defeated Feyenoord 4-0.
Boniface played 62 minutes before being substituted.
He reflected on his childhood, watching Champions League games for N30.
Boniface’s inspiring story serves as a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and perseverance in achieving greatness.
