The Super Eagles duo found the net as Leverkusen made an impressive start to their preparations for the 2026/27 season.
Super Eagles forwards Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella made an immediate impact as Bayer Leverkusen kicked off their 2026/27 preseason campaign with an emphatic 7-0 victory over Sportfreunde Baumberg.
The Bundesliga side dominated proceedings from start to finish, producing an impressive attacking display as they began preparations for the upcoming season on a winning note.
Leverkusen wasted little time asserting their superiority, with new signing Afonso Moreira making a memorable first appearance by scoring twice inside the opening 27 minutes. Christian Kofane also added his name to the scoresheet before halftime, giving the German club a comfortable lead at the interval.
Boniface Delivers Clinical Second-Half Brace
After the break, Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface stole the spotlight by scoring twice in the space of four minutes.
The Nigerian forward looked sharp in front of goal, underlining his determination to secure a key role in Leverkusen’s plans for the new campaign. His movement, finishing and physical presence caused constant problems for the opposition throughout his time on the pitch.
Boniface’s performance will be a welcome boost for the club after an injury-disrupted spell last season during his loan stay at Werder Bremen, where fitness issues limited his opportunities for regular football.
Tella Also Gets on the Scoresheet
Midfielder Robert Andrich extended Leverkusen’s advantage before Nathan Tella rounded off the scoring with the team’s seventh goal in the 67th minute.
The Nigerian international’s goal capped an encouraging outing for the Bundesliga outfit and highlighted the growing influence of Nigerian players at Bayer Leverkusen ahead of the new season.
Seeing both Boniface and Tella on the scoresheet will give the coaching staff added confidence as preparations continue for domestic and European competitions.
Positive Signs Ahead of New Campaign
The convincing victory provided several positives for Bayer Leverkusen, particularly the performances of their attacking players.
For Nigerian football fans, the display offered further encouragement as Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella’s latest preseason performances suggest both players are ready to play important roles during the 2026/27 Bundesliga season.
With more preseason fixtures still to come, the Super Eagles duo will be aiming to maintain their momentum and strengthen their claims for regular starting places.