Nottingham Forest’s Taiwo Awoniyi is recovering after undergoing emergency surgery for an abdominal injury sustained during a Premier League match against Leicester City. The incident occurred on May 11, 2025, when Awoniyi collided with the goalpost while attempting to convert a cross into the penalty area.
The injury initially appeared to be manageable, as he continued playing for a few more minutes after receiving treatment on the pitch.
According to the PA news agency, Awoniyi was quickly rushed to the hospital, where he underwent urgent surgery the following day.
As part of his recovery process, he was placed in an induced coma. The club then confirmed that Awoniyi had been successfully woken from the coma on Wednesday evening, offering a positive update on his condition.
Awoniyi’s injury sparked frustration from Nottingham Forest’s club owner, Evangelos Marinakis, who expressed dissatisfaction with the medical team’s decision to allow him to continue playing after the injury.
Marinakis called it a “misjudgement,” acknowledging that the situation could have been handled differently. He further emphasized the concern felt by the coaching staff, players, and supporters over the incident.
Awoniyi’s recovery will continue to be closely monitored as Nottingham Forest hopes for a smooth path to healing. Further updates on his condition will follow as he regains strength.
Article updated 3 weeks ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
