Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has stunned fans by announcing his retirement from international football.The Bayer Leverkusen forward made the surprise revelation on social media shortly after Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Russia in an international friendly match.Boniface, who scored his only goal for Nigeria in a friendly against Saudi Arabia on October 13, 2023, shared an emotional message on Instagram to confirm his decision.
“Proud to play for my country and a dream for me also. Really enjoyed every moment — the good and the bad. Thanks a lot. Thank you all. I don hang boot,” he wrote.
The 23-year-old’s decision comes as a major shock to Nigerian football fans, especially after his breakout season at club level with former Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen. Boniface has been seen as a key part of the Super Eagles’ future forward line.
With just a handful of international caps, Boniface’s abrupt retirement raises questions about what prompted the move and whether it may be reconsidered in the future.
