Bayer Leverkusen star Victor Boniface has been left on the bench for the Super Eagles game against Benin by Nigeria coach Finidi George.
Finidi George has caused more controversy by once again leaving red-hot Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface on the bench for Nigeria's crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic.
The Super Eagles head coach had claimed Boniface was an unused substitute against South Africa last time out purely for tactical reasons and due to an injury to Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.
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11:20 - 10.06.2024
Benin vs Nigeria: Overlooked 21-goal star, new no.10 and 3 other Super Eagles players to watch in must-win WCQ vs Cheetahs
Nigeria's Super Eagles need a win against Benin Republic in the WCQ and these players could prove decisive.
However, Finidi has risked the wrath of Nigerian fans by snubbing the in-form 23-year-old again for this must-win showdown in Abidjan, raising serious questions over his man-management.
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