By Parrot Newspaper Awoniyi Out of Coma, Recovering Strong After Life-Threatening Injury
There’s a wave of relief and renewed hope sweeping across the football world as Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has come out of an induced coma and is now on the path to recovery following emergency surgery for a serious abdominal injury.
The 27-year-old Nigerian forward was rushed into surgery earlier this week after a horrific collision with the post during Sunday’s intense 2-2 draw against Leicester City. Initially returning to the pitch despite visible discomfort, Awoniyi’s condition took a dire turn after the match, prompting urgent medical intervention.
According to updated reports, the complex operation, carried out by top surgeons, was successfully completed as planned. Awoniyi is now awake, responsive, and surrounded by his family while being closely monitored in hospital. Medical staff remain optimistic about his progress, and club sources describe his current state as “stable and improving.”
The incident occurred during the final minutes of the match, with Forest desperately chasing a winner. Unfortunately, the club had already used their final substitution, leaving Awoniyi no choice but to soldier on in obvious pain—an act of courage that has since drawn admiration from fans and pundits alike.
Forest has fiercely defended owner Evangelos Marinakis after Sky Sports’ Gary Neville criticized his post-match presence on the pitch. The club insists his actions stemmed from deep concern for both the team and Awoniyi, not frustration with manager Nuno Espirito Santo.
Though Awoniyi’s return to football will take time, the priority now is his full recovery. His resilience has once again shone through—not just as a player, but as a fighter. The Forest family and fans across the globe are rallying behind him with prayers, tributes, and well-wishes pouring in from all corners.