Victor Boniface and Tella set to feature as Leverkusen eye historic first Invincibles in Bundesliga vs Augsburg

Bayer Leverkusen on the brink of Bundesliga history, with Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella.

Victor Boniface and Tella set to feature as Leverkusen eye historic first Invincibles in Bundesliga vs Augsburg

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 07:08 - 18.05.2024

Bayer Leverkusen boss has stated that the club wants to end the season unbeaten, with Nigeria's Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella expected to play a part.

Bayer Leverkusen are on the verge of making history in the Bundesliga, as they look to become the first team to complete an entire season unbeaten, with Nigerian duo Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella expected to feature. 

Pulse Sports Nigeria reports that ahead of their crucial clash against Augsburg, manager Xabi Alonso has expressed his desire to achieve this remarkable feat on Saturday.

Boniface and Tella’s Leverkusen eye history

Alonso, whose Leverkusen side has already secured a spot in the Europa League and DFB-Pokal finals, spoke to the media about the significance of this weekend's match. 

"Tomorrow (today) could be historical,” the former Bayern Munich star stated according to a post by the club’s social media account. 

Xabi Alonso wants his Bayer Leverkusen boys to finish the season as Invincibles.
Xabi Alonso wants his Bayer Leverkusen boys to finish the season as Invincibles. (Photo Credit: Bayer Leverkusen/X)

“We want to stay unbeaten and be the first team to do the full season without a defeat in the Bundesliga. It will feel like the first of three finals," the Spaniard added.

Leverkusen's remarkable run has seen them break the 59-year European record held by Benfica, as they currently stand unbeaten after 50 matches. 

Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella are expcted to feature for Leverkusen against Augsburg.
Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella are expcted to feature for Leverkusen against Augsburg. (Photo Credit: Leverkusen/X)

This impressive streak has been fueled, in part, by the contributions of Nigerian striker Victor Boniface and English winger Nathan Tella, who are expected to play a crucial role in the team's pursuit of the Invincibles title.

Alonso's hitherto named Neverkusen have been a revelation this season, challenging for a historic treble, which would cement their status as one of the most dominant forces in German and European football history. 

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The clash against Augsburg presents a significant hurdle, but Leverkusen are determined to make history and become the first Bundesliga team to complete an entire campaign without a single defeat.

All eyes will be on the BayArena as Leverkusen aim to take another step towards immortality.

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