CHELLE'S CULL! Victor Boniface's video confirms he's OUT of Super Eagles AFCON 2025 squad

Victor Boniface may have confirmed his shocking exclusion from Nigeria’s final Super Eagles squad for AFCON 2025 in a heartfelt social media post, sparking disappointment among fans.

The striker, who had been named in the preliminary 54-man squad, never made the official final list released by coach Eric Chelle.

Boniface appeared to acknowledge the painful reality of missing out in a recent message to his Nigerian club teammate Felix Agu, who was included in the team.

Posting on social media, Boniface wrote: “Boy, getting ready for AFCON, you go next week eh? Good luck, I wish you all the best my guy.”

The message, while brief, carried a heavy emotional weight, as it signaled the end of his AFCON dreams for this season.

Fans had expected Boniface, who has struggled for game time and form for Werder Bremen, but was still named in the provisional squad to be a crucial part of Nigeria’s attacking lineup.

His absence leaves a significant void that will be keenly felt in Morocco, where the Super Eagles are aiming for continental glory.

The 24-year-old striker’s exclusion adds pressure on the remaining forwards to step up, but many supporters expressed frustration and disbelief on social media, feeling that Nigeria’s chances could be compromised without one of their brightest talents.

Despite the setback, Boniface’s message showed sportsmanship and support for his teammates, highlighting his professionalism even in disappointment.

As the tournament approaches, Nigerians are still waiting on Chelle to reveal his 8-man squad from the initial list.

But Victor Boniface’s potential absence will undoubtedly be one of the most talked-about storylines of AFCON 2025, as Nigeria battles on without a player many believed was vital to their success.