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Returns from loan, already training Boniface has returned to Bayer Leverkusen following the conclusion of his loan spell at Werder Bremen, with the club confirming he has already reported for training ahead of the 20...

Impact Boniface made 11 Bundesliga appearances for Bremen, contributing two assists across 325 minutes before a knee injury required surgery and effectively ended his loan campaign prematurely. The Nigerian striker now returns to Leverkusen having previously scored 22 goals and provided nine assists in 42 Bundesliga appearances for the club, and will look to put a difficult injury-disrupted season behind him as he pushes for a regular starting role under new coach Carles Martinez Novell heading into the new campaign.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Boniface (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's trip to Stuttgart.

Impact Boniface is back available on the bench for Sunday's clash with Stuttgart. The forward has been working his way back from a knee issue and has now finally recovered enough to get back in the squad. With the forward back fit he should vie for starting minutes in the closing stages of the campaign.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Closing in on return Boniface (knee/illness) appears to have overcome a recent infection and is closing in on a return to the squad in upcoming fixtures, according to coach Daniel Thioune.

Impact Boniface had been dealing with recurring physical issues alongside the infection that further complicated his comeback from a knee injury that kept him sidelined for four months. Coach Thioune's upbeat assessment after Thursday's session is the most encouraging update yet, with the coach stating he had a good impression of the Nigerian striker on the pitch and that the infection appears to have been overcome. A final decision on his squad inclusion will be made shortly, but the direction is clearly pointing toward an imminent return for a player whose availability would be a significant boost for Bremen in the final stretch of the season.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Hamburger Boniface (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Hamburger.

Impact Boniface has been unable to earn a place in the matchday squad despite coach Daniel Thioune refusing to close the door completely ahead of Friday's final training session. The Nigerian had been limited in training since last week, and the staff ultimately decided against rushing him back after a four-month absence from a knee injury. His return to the squad is expected in the coming weeks, with the club set to continue managing his comeback carefully as they fight to avoid relegation.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Hamburger clash Boniface (knee) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Hamburger, according to coach Daniel Thioune. "We do not rule out any player, not even Victor. If he has an opportunity...

Impact Boniface had been limited in training since last week and a return this weekend had seemed unlikely, but coach Thioune's refusal to close the door completely suggests the striker has made some progress in recent days. The Nigerian has been sidelined for four months and even when fit has mainly operated as a bench option for Bremen, so any return would be carefully managed rather than throwing him straight into a starting role. The club will provide a clearer picture after Friday's session.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing another week out Boniface (knee) has only trained individually and is set to miss Saturday's match against Hamburger, according to manager Daniel Thioune, per Fynn Walenziak of Bild. "He worked in...

Impact Boniface has missed the past four months of action and appears to be set for another game out, not set to be risked after only training individually Monday. This continues a rough patch for the once highly touted forward, as even when he was fit, he only earned two starts in 11 appearances, yet to score this season. Once he does return, he will need to build up minutes, likely set for a bench role either way.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Trains partially Wednesday Boniface (knee) is already training partially with the team and is likely targeting an April return, ahead of the initial schedule set following his knee surgery, according to the...

Impact Boniface had only just returned to Bremen this week to begin individual sessions, making his rapid progression to partial team training Wednesday, a genuinely encouraging development. The striker had initially been written off for the rest of the season, so every day he spends on the pitch with his teammates brings a late-season cameo closer to reality. Bremen will continue to manage his workload carefully given the nature of the surgery, but the momentum is firmly pointing toward Boniface being available before the final whistle blows on the campaign.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Bremen, season not done Boniface (knee) has completed his rehabilitation in Leverkusen and returned to Bremen, with the club hoping he can feature before the end of the season.

Impact Boniface will begin individual training at the Weser Stadium on Tuesday before being gradually reintegrated into group sessions, a significant step forward for a player who had initially been ruled out for the rest of the campaign following knee surgery. The striker spent his rehab period in Leverkusen and is now back on the banks of the Weser with a chance to add to his loan stint, having logged 11 appearances with two assists, 16 shots and seven chances created before going down. Sporting Director Peter Niemeyer confirmed the plan is to ease him back carefully, so do not expect him to be thrown straight into the starting lineup, but the prospect of having Boniface available again for the final stretch is a welcome surprise for Bremen.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Will undergo knee surgery Saturday Boniface is set to undergo a knee surgery on Saturday and will miss the rest of the season, Head of Professional Football at Werder Bremen Peter Niemeyer said. "We are pleased that...

Impact Boniface saw a specialist on Friday following the knee injury he suffered at the end of last year and is now set to undergo a surgery on Saturday that will rule him out for the rest of the season. Boniface joined Bremen on loan for the season and played 11 games, two as a starter, providing two assists to go with 16 shots and seven chances created.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss time Boniface (knee) is set to miss time his injury, according to manager Horst Steffen. "I can't estimate how long he will be out. He got hit on the knee in training. That hurt and we'...

Impact Boniface suffered a knee injury in training Friday and is now set for the sidelines, although his exact timeline is unknown. This is rough for the club, but not a major absence, as he hasn't started in a match since Nov. 1. The hope will be that he has avoided any structural issues, and it is a minor issue, likely to miss out until at least after the international break.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Stuttgart Boniface suffered a knee contusion in training and will be a doubt for Sunday's clash against Stuttgart, according to the club.

Impact Boniface suffered a knee contusion in training this week, will not train on Friday, and is therefore a doubt for Sunday's clash against Stuttgart. The Nigerian, who hasn't been called up by his country for the AFCON, will likely face a late fitness test ahead of the game, but a potential absence from the striker won't affect the starting squad, since he has mainly been a bench option this season for Bremen.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up late game winner Boniface had an assist while taking five shots (two on goal) and creating a chance during Friday's 2-1 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Boniface entered the match in the 66th minute and set up Samuel Mbangula in the 94th for the game winning goal while leading Bremen with five shots. The assist was the first since September 14th for the forward as he's combined for 10 shots and two chances created over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in substitute appearance Boniface assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Monchengladbach.

Impact Boniface supplied the through ball that produced the final Werder Bremen goal in their 4 - 0 dismantling of Borussia Monchengladbach. The forward was handed his team debut with just 15 minutes reminding in the fixture and assisted just six minutes thereafter. Boniface will look to carve out regular playing time with Werder Bremen as he'll remain with the club on loan from Bayer Leverkusen throughout the 2025 - 2026 season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

St. Pauli beats Augsburg 2-1 to stay unbeaten in Bundesliga, Bremen routs Gladbach 4-0

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Bayer Leverkusen starts again with a new coach after two games under Ten Hag

Bayer Leverkusen starts again with a new coach after Erik ten Hag lasted just two Bundesliga games in charge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Loaned to Bremen Boniface has been loaned to Werder Bremen from Leverkusen, according to his parent club.

Impact Boniface will remain in Germany but exit Leverkusen for a season, with the forward joining Bremen on a loan for a season just two years after joining Leverkusen. Injuries hindered his 2024/25 campaign, but he still started in 12 of his 19 appearances, bagging eight goals and one assist. He will now move to Bremen, where he should have a starting role locked up once integrated into the team.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern Munich signs Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea after on-off talks

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 21, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Returns with Nigeria Boniface was back in the starting XI for Nigeria to face Russia in a friendly game on June 6, according to the Nigeria Football Association. This marked his return to action follow...

Impact Boniface missed the season finale with Leverkusen due to illness, but he is now fully fit again after featuring for his national team against Russia in a friendly game on June 6. Boniface will now return and prepare for pre-season under new coach Ten Hag in Leverkusen.

JUNE 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season finale Boniface is out for Saturday's game against Mainz due to an illness.

Impact The striker will sit out the final game of the campaign due to an illness, capping an injury-riddled season. Boniface made 12 starts out of 19 Bundesliga appearances in 2024/25 but was productive when available, bagging eight goals and adding an assist.

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back after two match absence Boniface (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's clash with Dortmund.

Impact Boniface returns after missing the last two matches due to a thigh injury. The forward hasn't started a match since April 11th.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Boniface (thigh) was back training with his team ahead of Sunday's match against Dortmund, accoridng to his club.

Impact Boniface looks to already be in a good spot for Sunday's match, as he is once again working with the team after his absence last time out due to a thigh injury. This is good news for the club as they head into the final matches of the campaign. He has started in 15 of his 23 appearances but will likely feature off the bench to begin with, having eight league goals this season.

MAY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shown working with ball Boniface (thigh) was back training individually Tuesday, according to his club.

Impact Boniface is seeing some improvements this week after missing the club's last match due to a thigh injury, with the forward working with a ball individually on grass Tuesday. This is a good sign, although he still needs to train with the team to be considered an option. That said, he will hope to join the team soon and be an option for Sunday's match against Dortmund.

MAY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Boniface (thigh) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Boniface is out as expected as he continues to recover from a thigh injury. The forward will hope to return in time for next week's marquee matchup against Dortmund.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Freiburg Boniface (thigh) is a doubt for Sunday's clash against Freiburg after feeling some pain in training on Thursday, coach Xabi Alonso said in the press conference. "All players [who a...

Impact Boniface felt something in his thigh muscle during Thursday's training session and did not train on Friday which makes him a doubt for Sunday's game. He will likely be assessed after the final training session on Saturday to see if he can make the squad against the club of the black forest. That said, the forward has not started once in his last three games available, therefore his potential absence will not impact the starting XI.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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St. Pauli beats Augsburg 2-1 to stay unbeaten in Bundesliga, Bremen routs Gladbach 4-0

Bayer Leverkusen starts again with a new coach after two games under Ten Hag

Bayern Munich signs Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea after on-off talks