Nigerian international Victor Boniface has been included in Bayer Leverkusen’s traveling squad for their UEFA Champions League group-stage showdown against Atletico Madrid at 9 PM on January 21, 2025.
The striker, who last featured on November 21, 2024, has been sidelined for the past three games due to a hamstring injury but has now been cleared to return. His availability provides a significant boost for the Bundesliga leaders ahead of their vital encounter in Spain.
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Before their departure, the team trained in sub-zero temperatures at the Ulrich Haberland Stadium in an open session, where Boniface participated fully, showcasing his fitness during warm-up and passing drills. The squad appeared in high spirits as they finalized preparations.
Boniface, a key player in Leverkusen’s domestic and European campaigns, is now competing for a spot in Xabi Alonso’s starting lineup or as an impact substitute.
Leverkusen face a tough challenge against Atletico Madrid, who are also vying for group-stage qualification.
Their previous meeting ended in a 2-2 draw in Germany, and Boniface’s return could prove crucial as Leverkusen seek a positive result at the Wanda Metropolitano
