Victor Boniface continued his impressive goalscoring form for Bayer Leverkusen, finding the net in a second consecutive match as the Bundesliga champions drew 2-2 against Holstein Kiel in a thrilling Game Week 6 encounter at BayArena on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
The Nigeria international opened the scoring for his team four minutes into the game, marking his second goal in as many last matches following his decisive strike in their UEFA Champions League victory against AC Milan earlier in the week.
Jonas Hofmann found the net in the eight minutes as Xabi Alonso’s men raced to a 2-0 early lead, but the newly promoted Holstein Kiel mounted a remarkable comeback to earn a valuable point on the road.
The draw sees Leverkusen slip to fifth in the Bundesliga table, now two points behind leaders Bayern Munich. It also marks the second time this season that Alonso’s side has given up a two-goal lead, having previously lost 3-2 to RB Leipzig.
Boniface has been in scintillating form this season, having already notched seven goals and provided five assists in just eight Bundesliga appearances. His recent performances, including his maiden Champions League goal against Milan, make him a favourite of the Leverkusen faithful.
Speaking after his Champions League heroics, Boniface shared his excitement. “As a striker, it’s important to score in every game, not just in the Champions League but every game,” he said.
“I’m happy I got the first goal in the Champions League, so I feel really proud of myself,” added Boniface, whose form will be crucial to Leverkusen’s Bundesliga and Champions League aspirations
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