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Relegated to bench Awoniyi has made just four appearances (one start) before the international break.

Impact Awoniyi has been left on the bench for the most part throughout the opening stages of the Premier League. The forward hasn't kept up with the stellar form of Chris Wood, and has fallen almost entirely out of favor. He has yet to provide a single goal contribution as well.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scoring figures decrease Awoniyi bagged six goals and three assists across 20 appearances (12 starts) in the 2023/24 Premier League season.

Impact Awoniyi missed at least seven games in two separate stretches, which limited his run of form, but he was productive when available. Even though he was unable to hit the 10-goal mark for the third consecutive season at club level, he was showing signs of productivity, particularly at the beginning of the season when he scored in Nottingham's first three league matches. There's no question that injuries slowed him down in 2023/24.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Back as expected Awoniyi (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Sheffield United.

Impact Awoniyi returns as expected following a seven match absence. The forward hasn't made a start since February with Chris Wood remaining in the starting XI to begin Saturday's match.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Awoniyi (thigh) could return for Saturday's clash with Sheffield United, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo."We still have to wait for tomorrow to see how he goes, and if he...

Impact Awoniyi has been sidelined with this thigh injury since March, but it seems it won't be a season-ending injury. Getting Awoniyi back in any capacity is good news for the club, especially with Chris Wood falling out of form in recent weeks.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet training Awoniyi (thigh) hasn't returned to training in full ahead of Sunday's trip to Everton, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo."Taiwo hasn't joined the group yet."

Impact Awoniyi is making his way back from a thigh injury and he is working individually, but isn't yet in team training. The fact he's back on the pitch in any capacity is a great sign in his recovery. Still Awoniyi's first chance to return to match action in any way will be an April 28 clash with Manchester City.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set for scans Awoniyi is set for scans on his thigh as he is expected to return before the end of the month, reports John Percy of the Telegraph.

Impact Awoniyi was able to receive some good news that there is a chance that he will return to the pitch before the season ends, as he is set for scans on his thigh injury that isn't as serious as originally thought. However, with Chris Wood scoring five goals in six matches, the forward could return to the bench once healthy after starting 12 times in 17 appearances with six goals and three assists.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Remains without timeline Awoniyi (undisclosed) remains without a timeline to return after not being mentioned by Nuno Espirito Santo during Friday's press conference.

Impact There's not much information on Awoniyi's injury and no return date makes it seem like he could miss the rest of the season. He's been out since before the break and will likely miss another couple weeks. Fortunately for Forest, Chris Wood has done well in the attack and started the last four matches since returning from an injury of his own.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss two matches Awoniyi (undisclosed) is expected to miss the next two matches for Nottingham Forest, confirmed manager Nuno Espirito Santo. "He is doing treatment. It is a serious injury, unfortu...

Impact Awoniyi returned to England with a slight knock and will start the recovery process. He had previously started four of the last seven matches, recording two goals and one assist in that span. The forward has recently come back from a major back injury, which means that his return to the pitch could be longer than expected.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock Awoniyi missed Saturday's 1-1 draw against Luton Town since he's dealing with a knock, manager Nuno Espirito Santo told BBC in his post-game press conference. "Unfortunately, we ha...

Impact Espirito Santo didn't say much regarding Awoniyi's injury, so there's a chance he is simply dealing with a knock and nothing more serious. if that's the case, then there's a strong chance he might recover in time to face Crystal Palace on March 30 once the international break ends.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out of Saturday's squad Awoniyi is not in the squad to face Luton Town on Saturday due to an apparent injury.

Impact Awoniyi hasn't started a match in March, but misses out on Saturday's squad completely after making two substitute appearances in the month. Chris Wood remains in the starting XI at forward.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in defeat Awoniyi assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Aston Villa.

Impact Awoniyi notched his third assist of the season as he delivered a header that found Moussa Niakhate alone in the box. The forward was taken off at half-time, perhaps as a precautionary measure after suffering an undisclosed injury in the previous fixture.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Leading line Saturday Awoniyi (undisclosed) is starting for Nottingham Forest during Saturday's clash against Aston Villa.

Impact Awoniyi was forced off early last week against West Ham, but has recovered in time to lead the line Saturday. The forward makes his fourth consecutive start having scored twice in his last four appearances.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Being further evaluated Awoniyi (undisclosed) will be further evaluated ahead of Saturday's matchup with Aston Villa. Manager Nuno Espirito Santo told reporters, "We have to assess him now. Let's see how...

Impact Awoniyi is just four matches back from a groin problem and is now in danger of being sidelined once again. In those four outings (three starts), the forward scored two goals on nine shots (six on target). Divock Origi should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI if Awoniyi can't go Saturday, though Giovanni Reyna could also be in the mix.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off due to injury Awoniyi scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against West Ham United. He was injured and subbed out in the 67th minute.

Impact Awoniyi notched his sixth goal of the season in the final minutes of the first half as he opened up the scoring. However, the forward was subbed off early in the 67th minute as he sustained an undisclosed injury. He was replaced by Divock Origi.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Taiwo Awoniyi powers Nottingham Forest in front of West Ham | Premier League

FEBRUARY 17 • YOUTUBE

Taiwo Awoniyi pulls one back for Nottingham Forest against Arsenal | Premier League

JANUARY 30 • YOUTUBE

Scores on return Awoniyi came off the bench and scored during Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Awoniyi made his return from a lengthy groin injury, coming off the bench for the second half. The striker made the most of his half on the pitch, scoring a late consolation goal. When fit Awoniyi was seeing major starting minutes, but he's more likely to be eased into that role after such a serious injury.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Monday Awoniyi (groin) took part in portions of team training Monday ahead of Tuesday's game against Arsenal.

Impact Awoniyi has now been in training for the past two weeks, having been upgraded to portions of team training after only working by himself last week. The forward most likely still won't return to play for a couple more weeks, being scheduled to come back on Feb. 24, as the club won't want to aggravate the groin injury he has not been able to shake all season. The team will now look to get the player involved in full team training moving into next week as he continues his road to full fitness, looking to get back as soon as possible after only playing 10 contests in the first part of the season.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Starting to train individually Awoniyi (groin) was back on the training pitch working individually this week and is closing in on a return to team training in two weeks, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo....

Impact Awoniyi has now been out for close to a month after going down with a groin issue while away on international duty during the November international break. However, he seems to be making decent progress towards a return, as he was included in individual training and is expected to rejoin team training within the next two weeks. The club will want to take the forward's return cautiously, though, as his groin issue is a reoccurring injury, and he probably returned too quickly last time, which led to this extended absence. He still most likely won't return until late February, with Chris Wood continuing as the main striker until Awoiniyi is healthy.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi out for months after undergoing groin surgery

Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper says striker Taiwo Awoniyi will be sidelined for “months" because of a groin injury that caused him to withdraw from Nigeria’s squad during t...

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suffers injury recurrence over break Awoniyi re-injured his groin and will spend "months on the sidelines," according to manager Steve Cooper. "We'll definitely see him again this season, but it's groin surgery so it...

Impact It's a massive injury blow to Nottingham Forest, especially since Awoniyi suffered this away on international duty. He probably returned too soon from his prior groin injury and now he'll need surgery on the issue, so it was clear he probably shouldn't have gone away to play during the break. Chris Wood is expected to see starts in his absence unless Divock Origi finds his way onto the pitch.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores once in loss Awoniyi scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to West Ham United.

Impact Awoniyi scored his first goal in over two months. He is now up to four goals, 12 shots and five shots on target through 10 appearances on the season. He totaled 10 goals in 27 appearances last season, which marked his first year in the Premier League, and if he can build some momentum, he still has potential to top that mark.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taiwo Awoniyi slots home Nottingham Forest's equalizer v. West Ham | Premier League

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • YOUTUBE

No shots in return Awoniyi failed to put a shot on goal during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Aston Villa.

Impact Awoniyi made his first start after recovering from a groin injury and had a poor showing, failing to register a shot or chance created. Still now that he is fit once more Awoniyi could be in line for more minutes both in the starting XI and off the bench.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leading the line Sunday Awoniyi is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Awoniyi was a doubt to play in the buildup to the match, but has recovered in time to lead the line on Sunday. The forward has played just 21 minutes across Forest's past three contests, but has scored three goals and provided two assists in his nine league appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi out for months after undergoing groin surgery