Tag: Xavi Alonso
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Tella a doubt for Leverkusen’s trip to Kiel
Bayer Leverkusen winger Nathan Tella is a doubt for Saturday’s Bundesliga clash against Holstein Kiel, according to manager Xabi Alonso, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Tella played 85 minutes in last weekend’s 0-0 draw against Bayern Munich, but sustained a hip injury during the encounter. Alonso has revealed that Tella will be assessed ahead of the match at…
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Boniface commits to Bayer Leverkusen with new deal
Nigeria forward, Victor Boniface has signed a one-year contract extension with Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen, tying him to the club until 2029, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 24-year-old’s new deal is reportedly a lucrative one, making him one of the top earners at Leverkusen. However, despite committing his future to the club, Boniface is not considered unsellable…
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Boniface set for Leverkusen return in Champions League clash
Bayer Leverkusen manager, Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Victor Boniface will be included in the squad for their UEFA Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 24-year-old Nigerian striker has been sidelined since November with a thigh injury, missing Leverkusen’s last 12 games across all competitions. However, after returning to full training, Boniface…
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Boniface in contention for Leverkusen’s Atletico clash
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has hinted that Victor Boniface could return to the matchday squad for their upcoming UEFA Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface has been sidelined since November with a hamstring injury, but Alonso revealed that the 24-year-old is making progress in his recovery. “There is a possibility, but…
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Tella voices frustration over limited playing time at Bayer Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen winger Nathan Tella has expressed his frustration over his limited playing time at the Bundesliga champions, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Despite scoring the winning goal in Leverkusen’s DFB Pokal victory over Bayern Munich on Tuesday night, Tella has mostly been used as a substitute by coach Xabi Alonso this season. The Nigerian international, who joined…
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“He suffered a small injury to his thigh.” Alonso plays down Boniface’s injury
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Boniface will miss a few games due to a thigh injury sustained during the international break, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface, 23, featured in Nigeria’s matches against Rwanda and the Republic of Benin, but returned to Germany with the injury. He has since missed Leverkusen’s…
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Boniface rcovering well after Libya ordeal – Alonso
Bayer Leverkusen coach, Xabi Alonso has revealed that Nigerian striker Victor Boniface is recovering well after his harrowing experience in Libya, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. “We have spoken,” Alonso said. “What happened is not pleasant. But he [Boniface] has had enough time to train.” Boniface was among the Super Eagles players subjected to inhumane treatment by Libyan…
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Alonso working to keep Boniface focused amid jovial nature
Bayer Leverkusen head coach, Xabi Alonso has revealed he’s making a concerted effort to ensure Victor Boniface remains focused on football, despite the Nigerian forward’s jovial personality, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface, 23, impressed last season with 14 goals and nine assists in 23 Bundesliga appearances, cementing his status as a key player for Die Werkself. However,…
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“After the injury, it takes time,” Alonso explains Boniface’s reduced game time
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has clarified the limited appearances of Nigerian forward Victor Boniface since his return from injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface sustained a groin injury in January while training with the Super Eagles ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire in January. The injury kept him out of…
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Victor Boniface uveils secret to Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga triumph
In a historic moment for Bayer Leverkusen, the club clinched their inaugural Bundesliga title with a resounding 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen at the BayArena, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. This victory marked the end of Bayern Munich’s 11-year dominance in the German top-flight. Under the leadership of manager Xabi Alonso, Leverkusen has emerged as an unstoppable force,…
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Bayer Leverkusen’s Nigerian duo near Bundesliga triumph
Nigerian forwards, Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella are on the verge of clinching the Bundesliga title with Bayer Leverkusen this season, as the team edges closer to a historic triumph under Xabi Alonso’s leadership, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In their latest fixture against Union Berlin, Tella showcased his prowess by starting the match and contributing 79 minutes…
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“It was special for Boniface after three months out” Alonso speaks
Super Eagles’ striker, Victor Boniface, marked his comeback with a stellar 25th minute display, propelling Bayer Leverkusen to a resounding 4-0 triumph over Fortuna Düsseldorf at the BayArena, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface’s return is a significant lift for Leverkusen in a pivotal juncture of the season, following a three-month absence due to an abductor injury sustained…
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Bayer Leverkusen: Victor Boniface set for comeback, confirms manager Xabi Alonso
Bayer Leverkusen’s manager, Xabi Alonso, has confirmed that Victor Boniface is poised for a return to action, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Since undergoing surgery for an adductor injury in January, Boniface has been sidelined. However, the Nigeria international has been diligently working his way back to full fitness in recent weeks. ? #Alonso "We have no injured…
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Tella assists Leverkusen extend Bundesliga Lead with convincing win Over Bayern Munich
Bayer Leverkusen solidified their grip on the top spot in the Bundesliga with a commanding 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich on Saturday, Nigeriasccernet.com reports. Alejandro Grimaldo’s goal was instrumental in Leverkusen’s triumph, further cementing their status as the only unbeaten team in Europe. This was after Nigeria international, Nathan Tella received a pass from the…
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Napoli should say No to Ronaldo and keep Osimhen if they are to win the Scudetto- Angelo di Livio
Former Juventus midfielder Angelo di Livio believes if Napoli are to win the Italian Serie A it should be Nigeria International Victor Osimhen leading the attack instead of Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo. There have been multiple reports that Ronaldo wants end his stay at Old Trafford barely a year after he joined from Juventus because…