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    ‘Be professional bro’ – Boniface and Osimhen exchange banter on social media

    Emma TeeBy No Comments2 Mins Read

    • ‘Be professional bro’ – Victor Boniface tells Super Eagles teammate Osimhen

    'Be professional bro' - Boniface and Osimhen exchange banter on social media
    ‘Be professional bro’ – Boniface and Osimhen exchange banter on social media

    Nigerian stars Victor Boniface and Victor Osimhen, teammates in the Super Eagles, recently showcased their camaraderie through a playful social media exchange following Osimhen’s standout performance for Galatasaray in their 2-1 win over rivals Beşiktaş in the Super Lig.

    After the match, Galatasaray’s social media team celebrated Osimhen’s contributions with a lighthearted post featuring him and the caption in pidgin: “Dis food sweet no be small.” Osimhen humorously replied, “Na GALATASARAY Cook Am,” adding to the playful atmosphere.

    However, Boniface, who currently plays for Bayer Leverkusen, chimed in with a reminder about professionalism, commenting, “Be professional bro. I don’t like this for people wey don c£££e.”

    His remark hinted at the pressures athletes face to balance engagement with fans while maintaining a serious public persona, especially after previous discussions with fans urging him to adopt a more composed demeanour on social media.

    This friendly banter not only highlights their close friendship but also reflects the expectations placed on professional athletes.

    Fans have resonated with this exchange, appreciating the lighter side of football while also recognizing the underlying pressures that come with their status.