…fight for UCL place, Awoniyi charges teammates
Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi has expressed heartfelt gratitude to his family, friends, teammates, and the Nottingham Forest management in his first public statement since waking from a medically induced coma.
Awoniyi underwent emergency abdominal surgery on Monday after sustaining an injury during Nottingham Forest’s 2-2 draw against Leicester City at the City Ground last Sunday.
Although the injury was not life-threatening, it required urgent surgical intervention. Following the procedure, he was placed in a medically induced coma and closely monitored in the intensive care unit.
The Nigeria international was brought out of the coma on Thursday and has since been receiving ongoing treatment.
On Sunday, Awoniyi released his first statement following the ordeal, thanking everyone who supported him through the challenging period.
“This season has been one of the most difficult of my career, but through it all, I have felt the love. By the grace of God, I am grateful to still be here, to still be fighting, to still be smiling, and to be in good spirits,” Awoniyi said.
“To my teammates, coaches, staff, and the entire Forest family — thank you for your well wishes. Seeing you all during your visit to the hospital lifted my spirits more than words can say.”
With just two games remaining in the season, Nottingham Forest is still chasing a Champions League spot. Although Awoniyi will no longer be part of the push due to his injury, he urged his teammates to stay focused and keep believing.
“Wishing the boys the very best in these last two games. Keep believing and keep pushing. I’m with you all the way, and I can’t wait to be back out there doing what I love.”
He also extended his appreciation to fans and supporters across the globe, especially those back home in Nigeria.
“To my family, friends, and football fans — thank you for the support. To everyone in Nigeria who has checked in on me, prayed for me, and shared kind words — thank you. I see them. I feel them. And I carry them with me every day as I recover.”
Awoniyi’s season has come to a difficult end. The striker has struggled with form and fitness, managing just one goal in 25 Premier League appearances this campaign.
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