Soccer-Forest's Awoniyi in induced coma after surgery, British media reports


  • Football
  • Wednesday, 14 May 2025

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FA Cup - Semi Final - Nottingham Forest v Manchester City - Wembley Stadium, London, Britain - April 27, 2025 Nottingham Forest's Taiwo Awoniyi applauds fans after the match Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff/File Photo

(Reuters) -Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi is in an induced coma after undergoing surgery on a serious abdominal injury, according to British media reports.

The Nigeria international, 27, collided with the goalpost in the 88th minute of Sunday's 2-2 Premier League draw with Leicester City at the City Ground, attempting to connect with a cross from Anthony Elanga.

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