Tag: Knee Injury

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface will be sidelined for the rest of the 2025/2026 season following a serious knee injury, Werder Bremen have announced. The Nigeria international had been managing the problem since last summer but continued playing until December, when the injury worsened, forcing him to miss Bremen’s final two matches of the year. Medical tests later confirmed damage to the knee cartilage. Initially, Boniface delayed surgery, hoping the injury would stabilise. By December, the condition had deteriorated to the point where he could no longer play. After the Christmas break, he traveled to Austria for a second opinion, with his January 7 appointment postponed by a day due to bad weather. Specialists confirmed that surgery is now unavoidable and will require a lengthy recovery. Werder Bremen said Boniface will undergo the procedure soon, ruling him out for the remainder of the season. While no exact return date was provided, the club indicated that his rehabilitation will extend beyond the current campaign. The setback is a blow for both Werder Bremen and the Super Eagles, as Boniface will miss all remaining domestic and international fixtures. He will now focus on recovery and rehabilitation, aiming to return to full fitness ahead of the next season.