By Bolaji Okunola
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface, who scored the decisive goal for Bayer Leverkusen in their recent win, narrowly escaped death in a serious car accident the following day.
The 23-year-old forward was involved in the crash just hours after his match-winning performance but suffered no life-threatening injuries.
His survival has brought relief to fans and the football community, as he remains a key player in Leverkusen’s strong season.
Further details about the accident are still pending, but reports confirm that Boniface is in stable condition.