Victor Boniface Height, Weight, Age, Parents, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Biography & More
Victor Boniface (born 23 December 2000, Age: 23 years old) is a Nigerian professional footballer who has been making waves in the European leagues with his speed, strength, and skills.
He plays as a forward for Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen and the Nigeria national team. He is also a great finisher with shot accuracy and his style of play has been compared to the Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen.
Early Life and Career
Victor Okoh Boniface was born on 23 December 2000 in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. He started his football career at the youth level with Real Sapphire, a local club in his hometown. He showed great potential and talent as a young player and attracted the attention of scouts from abroad.
In 2019, he signed for Bodø/Glimt, a Norwegian club that competes in the Eliteserien, the top division of Norwegian football. He suffered a ligament injury shortly after joining the club, which kept him out of action for most of the 2019 season. He also missed the opportunity to represent Nigeria at the 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations due to his injury.
However, he recovered from his setback and made his league debut for Bodø/Glimt in September 2019. He quickly established himself as a key player for the club and helped them win the Eliteserien title in 2020 and 2021. He scored 13 goals in 48 appearances for Bodø/Glimt and also featured in the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa Conference League.
Victor Boniface Wiki/Bio
| Name | Victor Okoh Boniface |
| Date of Birth | 23 December 2000 |
| Place of Birth | Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation | Footballer |
| Current Club | Bayer Leverkusen |
| Shirt Number | 22 |
| Position | Forward |
| Height | 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) |
| Girlfriend | Rikke Hermine |
| Net Worth | Estimated at $5 million |
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| Wikipedia | Victor_Boniface |
| Homepage | newsunzip.com |
Height, Weight, and Physical Appearance
Victor Boniface is a tall and athletic forward who stands at 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) and weighs 85 kg (187 lb). He has a dark complexion, black hair, and brown eyes. He wears the number 22 shirt for Bayer Leverkusen and the number 13 shirt for Nigeria.
Rise to Fame
In 2022, he moved to Belgium and joined Union Saint-Gilloise, a club that plays in the Belgian Pro League, the top tier of Belgian football. He signed a four-year contract with the club and continued his impressive form. He scored nine goals in 37 appearances for Union SG and also helped them reach the quarter-finals of the 2022–23 Europa League. He was the joint top scorer of the competition with six goals, along with Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford.
In 2023, he made another big move and joined Bayer Leverkusen, a German club that competes in the Bundesliga, one of the most prestigious and competitive leagues in the world. He signed a contract until 2028 and was assigned the number 22 shirt. He made his Bundesliga debut on 19 August 2023, in a 3–2 home victory over RB Leipzig. He scored his first Bundesliga goal on 26 August 2023, by netting a brace at the Borussia Park in a 3–0 away derby win against Borussia Mönchengladbach.
International Career
Victor Boniface made his debut for the Nigeria senior team on 10 September 2023, coming on as a substitute for Taiwo Awoniyi in a 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Liberia. He provided an assist for Samuel Chukwueze in that match, which Nigeria won 2–0. He has since made five appearances for the Super Eagles and is expected to be a regular member of the squad for the upcoming tournaments.
Parents and Siblings
Boniface was born on December 23, 2000, in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria, to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Okoh. He is the only child of his mother, Mrs. Boniface Okoh, who passed away in 2019, shortly after he moved to Norway to join Bodo/Glimt. He has not revealed much information about his father, Mr. Okoh, or any other siblings he might have.
Net Worth and Income Sources
Boniface has an estimated net worth of $5 million as of 2023. He earns an annual salary of $2 million from Bayer Leverkusen, where he signed a contract until 2028. He also earns money from endorsements, sponsorships, and bonuses. He is represented by Aneke/Players Management Group, the same agency that handles Super Eagles stars Odion Ighalo and Chidera Ejuke.
Nationality, Ethnicity and Religion
Victor holds Nigerian nationality and is eligible to play for the Nigeria national team. He is of African ethnicity and belongs to the Yoruba ethnic group, one of the largest and most influential in Nigeria. He is a Christian by religion and has expressed his faith in God on several occasions. He once said, “God is the reason for everything I do” in an interview.
Football Stats
Boniface has played for three clubs in his professional career: Real Sapphire (Nigeria), Bodo/Glimt (Norway), and Union SG (Belgium) before joining Bayer Leverkusen in 2023.
He has scored 32 goals in 101 league appearances, 17 goals in 28 continental appearances, and 7 goals in 11 domestic cup appearances, for a total of 56 goals in 140 appearances for his clubs.
He has also scored 4 goals in 5 appearances for the Nigeria national team, making his debut in September 2023.
Victor Boniface has won several individual and team awards, such as the 2020 Eliteserien Champion with Bodo/Glimt, the 2022–23 Europa League joint top scorer with Marcus Rashford, and the Bundesliga Rookie of the Month for five consecutive months from August to December 2023.
Controversies
Victor has not been involved in any major controversies in his career so far. He is known to be a humble and hardworking player who respects his coaches, teammates, and opponents. He has faced some challenges and setbacks in his career, such as losing his mother, suffering a ligament injury, and battling depression, but he has overcome them with the help of his family, friends, and faith.
Girlfriend & Relationship
Victor Boniface is in a relationship with Rikke Hermine, a Danish model and influencer. They met in Norway when he was playing for Bodø/Glimt and have been dating since 2020. They often share pictures of their romantic moments on their social media accounts. Boniface is also active on Twitter and Instagram, where he has over 500,000 followers combined. He uses his platforms to interact with his fans, share his achievements, and promote his causes.
Trivia
- He has won two Eliteserien titles with Bodø/Glimt in 2020 and 2021.
- Victor was the joint top scorer of the 2022–23 Europa League with six goals, along with Marcus Rashford.
- He has a tattoo of a lion on his chest, which symbolizes his courage and confidence.
- Boniface is a fan of Cristiano Ronaldo and considers him his role model and inspiration.
- He is involved in various charitable and humanitarian activities, such as supporting education and health initiatives for underprivileged children in Nigeria.
