Victor Boniface has confirmed that his fake shot pass inspired by Thierry Henry in Bayer Leverkusen’s 4-0 victory over Feyenoord in the UEFA Champions League was definitely not coincidental.
Boniface made it seem like he was about to kick a right-footed pass; however, he actually flicked the ball with his left, setting up a sequence that led to Alejandro Grimaldo scoring.
Even though he did not receive an official assist, the move spread virally and illustrated his skillfulness.
Coach and teammates back Victor Boniface ability.
His teammates, including Granit Xhaka and Florian Wirtz, plus coach Xabi Alonso, were not taken aback by his performance as reported earlier by Sportsbuddy.
Victor Boniface receives salute from Manchester United legend over sublime skill in UCL debut
They showed that he had been consistently practising this trick during his training sessions.
During an interview, Boniface acknowledged that it was a rehearsed method and not just a one-of-a-kind moment.
Trick pass by Boniface 🥵#UCL pic.twitter.com/CVvmChCNOg
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) September 23, 2024
“I’ve been doing this pass for a lot of years, even in Norway as well as during grassroots football in Nigeria,” Boniface shared with SportyTV, backed up by video evidence.
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Only one example of his skill and technical brilliance, Boniface’s fraudulent passing showcases his brilliance and makes him one of the most thrilling strikers in Europe.
Boniface exceptional dribbling ability serves as one of his foremost strengths, thereby making his skillful plays not merely feasible but expected in what he does.