December 6, 2024

Bundesliga: Boniface Strikes Again, Leverkusen Edges Frankfurt 2-1

Bayer Leverkusen moves up in Bundesliga table with 2-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt, led by Boniface’s clinical strike

Victor Boniface was on fire yesterday, helping Bayer Leverkusen to a 2-1 win over Eintracht.

Frankfurt in the Bundesliga! His opener, combined with Jeremie Frimpong’s second-half goal, clinched Leverkusen’s victory and propelled them up the table.

Bayer Leverkusen moves up in Bundesliga table with 2-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt, led by Boniface's clinical strike
Boniface during the match.

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This victory ended Xabi Alonso’s team’s three-game winless streak.

Boniface’s performance was amazing, especially considering he missed a penalty in the ninth minute.

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He redeemed himself by netting the winner 18 minutes from time, bringing his total to five goals in seven league outings this season.

According to Alonso, the 23-year-old Nigerian striker was a nightmare for Frankfurt’s defense due to his aggression and finishing ability.

Match Highlights:

  • Boniface scored the first goal in the 32nd minute with a precision strike.
  • Marmoush’s Equalizer: In the 65th minute, Frankfurt managed a comeback thanks to Omar Marmoush.
  • The Frimpong Winner Leverkusen’s three-point lead was sealed in the 73rd minute by Jeremie Frimpong.

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Post-Match Stats:

  • This season, Boniface has scored 14 goals with 8 assists and scored 4 goals in his last 4 games.
  • Frankfurt’s xG was 1.21 while Leverkusen’s was 4.29.

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