In a celebratory moment for Bayer Leverkusen, midfielder Granit Xhaka expressed admiration for the contributions of his Nigerian teammates, Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella, following their Bundesliga triumph. Leverkusen clinched their first-ever Bundesliga title with a resounding 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen, a match in which Boniface showcased his prowess by opening the scoring and assisting Xhaka for the second goal.
Tella also played a vital role, entering the game in the second half. Boniface's goal marked his 11th in the league, complemented by eight assists in 18 appearances, while Tella has notched five goals and two assists in 20 league games this season.
In a post-match interview with Soccernet.ng, Xhaka showered praise on Boniface and Tella, highlighting their positive attitude and impactful presence both on and off the pitch. He emphasized the quality they bring to the team, underscoring their importance in Leverkusen's success.
Reflecting on the support Leverkusen received from Nigerian fans and worldwide, Xhaka expressed gratitude, recalling his memorable experience winning the U-17 World Cup in Nigeria.
He acknowledged the global backing and pledged to continue giving their best in the upcoming German Cup final and Europa League semi-finals, where Leverkusen holds a 2-0 advantage over West Ham in the first leg
