Nigerian musician Skales recently met up with Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface during his European tour in Germany.
This encounter, captured in a viral video, showcases the growing global influence of Nigerian culture
Skales and Victor Boniface
This meeting comes on the heels of Skales going viral due to Spanish football sensation Lamine Yamal.
This comes after Barcelona fans blasted Skales after Yamal missed a crucial chance in their Champions League loss to Inter Milan.
Skales tour in Europe, which included stops in Germany, was not just a musical journey but also an opportunity to engage with other Nigerian icons making waves internationally.
🫶🫶 @boniface_jrn https://t.co/JscAFTMUwS pic.twitter.com/qlHxUcV8uH
— SKALES (@youngskales) May 11, 2025
Before the meet up, Skales stated he wanted to meet Boniface in Germany.
He wrote, Btw im on tour in europe rightnow in Germany now and I would love to watch @boniface_jrn play live and probably get a signed jersey … I love him too !!."
his tour gained additional momentum after Skales' song "Shake Body" went viral, thanks to Lamine Yamal's celebration dances, which incorporated the track.
This unexpected crossover between music and football propelled Skales into the global spotlight, with his music reaching new audiences.
Victor Boniface, on the other hand, has been making headlines with his impressive performances on the football pitch.
During their meeting, Boniface gifted Skales a signed Bayer Leverkusen jersey as they shook hands.