AFCON 2025 qualifier: Eguaveon unleashes Lookman, Boniface on Libya 

Ballon d’Dor nominee Ademola Lookman and Victor Boniface have been listed to lead Super Eagles assaults against Libya in today’s AFCON 2025 qualifier in Uyo.  The duo have been in top forms for their various clubs in Europe.  Lookman’s recent form in the colours Atalanta earned him Ballon d’Or nomination for the Player of the Year award.  Stanley Nwabali retained his place between the sticks for Nigeria. The South African based goalie will get cover from the defence led by William Tristan Ekong, Ola Aina, Calvin Bassey and Bruno Onyemaechi.  Usual suspects like Alex Iwobi, Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon were assigned the midfield role.  The substitutes are; Maduka Okoye, Amas Obasogie, Raphael Onyedika, Benjamin Tanimu, Taiwo Awoniyi, Samuel Chukwueze, Kelechi Iheanacho, Chidera Ejuke, Fisayo Dele Bashiru, Oluwasemilogo Ajayi, Alhassan Yusuf and Osayi Samuel.  The tie is slated to kick off at 5pm Nigeria time. 

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Super Eagles’ star Boniface hints at wedding 

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface appeared ready to walk down the aisle with his heart rob.  Though Bayer 04 Leverkusen forward is still keeping the identity of the lucky lady under wraps but he has promised his fans top notch reception.  “On my wedding day people wey Dey post memes go get one canopy,” Boniface assured.  The Nigerian struck late as Bayer 04 Leverkusen twice come from behind to beat VfL Wolfsburg 4-3 in a Bundesliga classic on Sunday.  In the third minute of stoppage time, substitute Boniface produced a moment of magic. Receiving the ball with his back to goal, the Nigerian striker turned and fired a low shot into the bottom corner, sending the BayArena into raptures.  Leverkusen are second on the table and will face off with the league leaders Bayern Munich on Saturday in Munich. 

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Bundesliga: Boniface nets Leverkusen winner in seven-goal thriller

Nigeria’s Victor Boniface struck late as Bayer 04 Leverkusen twice come from behind to beat VfL Wolfsburg 4-3 in a Bundesliga classic.  In the third minute of stoppage time, substitute Boniface produced a moment of magic. Receiving the ball with his back to goal, the Nigerian striker turned and fired a low shot into the bottom corner, sending the BayArena into raptures.  It was a fitting end to an incredible match, showcasing Leverkusen’s never-say-die attitude and their ability to produce in crucial moments.  Leverkusen are second on the table and will face off with the league leaders Bayern Munich on Saturday in Munich. 

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