Boniface plays, Gruell scores: Werder on the rise - Victor Boniface's Debut Boosts Werder Bremen to Second Straight Win
Victor Boniface made his first Bundesliga start for Werder Bremen, contributing to their second consecutive home victory. The striker, who joined Werder on deadline day from Bayer Leverkusen, was happy to be back on the pitch after a long absence.
Boniface's inclusion in the starting lineup was a calculated risk by Werder's coaching staff. They were aware of his physical deficiencies but believed in his potential. Head coach Horst Steffen, after consulting with team leaders, decided the time was right for Boniface's debut. The striker responded by lifting Werder's play, lasting 84 minutes in the match.
The gamble paid off as Werder secured a 1-0 win, with Marco Grüll scoring the winning goal in the 72nd minute. This victory puts Werder on track with 11 points from eight games, after a shaky start to the season. Boniface's performance has raised hopes that Werder could become one of the league's surprise packages if he starts scoring goals regularly. It's worth noting that Boniface had previously failed a medical at AC Milan and fallen out of favor at Leverkusen before his move to Werder.
Victor Boniface's first start for Werder Bremen ended in a victory, with the striker showing promise despite his physical limitations. Werder's coaching staff took a calculated risk on Boniface, and if he continues to contribute, the team could emerge as a surprise package in the Bundesliga.
