Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen have provided an update on Nigeria international Victor Boniface following a car accident in Germany. The Super Eagles striker was involved in a car crash on Sunday, October 20, just hours after helping Leverkusen secure a 2-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga.
In a now-deleted social media post, the 23-year-old striker shared video footage and images of the wrecked vehicle, writing, “God is the greatest” and “God says my time hasn’t come.”
According to German tabloid Bild, Boniface was not driving at the time of the crash but was a passenger. The incident occurred on the A3 highway between Bad Camberg and Idstein, as Boniface and the driver were on their way to Frankfurt Airport.
“Boniface was on the A3 between Bad Camberg and Idstein on his way to Frankfurt Airport shortly after seven on a training-free Sunday, where he wanted to pick up friends, when the Mercedes collided with a truck,” the report read.
“The striker was not behind the wheel himself; he was just a passenger. According to the police, the driver lost control of the car due to fatigue and skidded from the middle lane to the right into the truck. The collision even caused the Mercedes to overturn.”
The club confirmed that Boniface sustained only minor injuries to his hand and that both he and the driver were treated at the hospital. Bayer Leverkusen reassured fans, stating, “He is fine.” Boniface and the driver were discharged after examination and returned safely to Cologne.
Photos posted by Boniface showed his arm with what appeared to be a small injury, offering a glimpse of the severity of the accident.
The news of Boniface’s safety has brought relief to fans and the football community, especially as he plays a crucial role in Leverkusen’s impressive season so far. Despite the accident, the club hopes to have him available for their upcoming UEFA Champions League fixture against Brest on Wednesday, October 23.
This incident follows a challenging week for Boniface, who, alongside the Nigerian national team, experienced a chaotic trip to Libya. The team faced a 15-hour delay at a remote airport, prompting them to boycott their Africa Cup of Nations matchday 4 qualifier.
With Boniface’s quick recovery from the accident, Leverkusen remains optimistic about his continued contribution to their campaign.
