VIDEO: Boniface’s Goal Celebration Trolls Kudus, Sets Social Media on Fire

Tope AdefalaApril 11, 2024

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Returning Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has ignited social media after emulating Mohammed Kudus’ signature celebration following his winning goal in a Europa League match against West Ham on Thursday.

Victor Boniface, sidelined for over 14 weeks due to an injury picked up at the Super Eagles camp during their preparations for the 2023 AFCON, scored Bayer Leverkusen’s second goal in their 2-0 victory over West Ham.

However, it wasn’t just the goal but also his celebratory gesture that mirrored that of Ghanaian star Mohammed Kudus, sparking animated discussions among fans from Nigeria and Ghana.

This marked Boniface’s third game since returning from injury, and his performance, particularly the controversial celebration, has brought an added layer of drama to his comeback.

Watch the goal and the much-talked-about celebration below:

This is season in the Europa League, Victor Boniface has averaged a goal or assist every 48 minutes in the competition (5 goals, and 1 assist) in 6 games.

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