Taiwo Awoniyi - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Sent off against Brighton Awoniyi was sent off in the 53rd minute of Sunday's Premier League clash against Brighton and will be suspended for at least one match.

Impact Awoniyi's dismissal will force Coventry to make at least one change at center-forward for their next league fixture, with the striker set to serve a minimum one-match suspension. Sidiki Cherif and Ellis Simms are the leading candidates to replace him at the top of the attack while he's unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Poor in defeat Awoniyi generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Impact Awoniyi was played out of the match entirely during Saturday's loss. He failed to get anything going throughout the match and was shut out of the match by City's marking. This is a very difficult match so it's hard to say that Awoniyi is off to a bad start this season, but his performance is worth watching in more winnable matches.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Generates four shots Awoniyi had four shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Hull City.

Impact Awoniyi was Coventry's biggest attacking threat, producing a team-high four shots with two on target, including a close-range effort that forced a strong save from Konstatinos Tzolakis. He remains without a goal through the opening two matches, but his ability to consistently find shooting positions is encouraging. Awoniyi's physical presence and movement inside the penalty area should make him the focal point of Coventry's attack throughout the season.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in EFL Cup Awoniyi scored a goal and added an assist in Tuesday's 4-2 win over Plymouth in the EFL Cup.

Impact Awoniyi didn't waste time making his presence felt, breaking the deadlock in the third minute to give Coventry the lead and later assisting Jack Rudoni two minutes later to double the team's advantage. Awoniyi was one of the latest signings Coventry made for the new season, and this performance should strengthen his claim for regular minutes at the EPL level.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Coventry switch Awoniyi completed a permanent transfer from Nottingham Forest to Coventry City on Monday.

Impact Awoniyi was expected to fill a backup role at Nottingham Forest this season, but he should have a clearer path to playing time at Coventry, especially since there's a big chance Haji Wright (quadriceps) will open the season on the sidelines. Awoniyi dealt with numerous injuries in the 2026/27 season and was limited to just 17 league appearances (three starts) with the Trick Trees, but he still notched four goals on 15 shots (eight on target) while adding an assist.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in friendly Awoniyi (groin) started the second half of Wednesday's friendly match against Leverkusen.

Impact Awoniyi didn't play in the friendly against Udinese earlier this month due to groin discomfort, but he's healthy enough to play in this match. The striker should add depth upfront, though he might be in line for a bigger role to open the 2025/26 campaign if Chris Wood (thigh) isn't ready for the opener against Leeds United on Saturday, Aug. 22.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers groin discomfort Awoniyi felt something in his groin ahead of Saturday's match against Udinese, leading to a precautionary withdrawal, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per Roundtable. "Taiwo shou...

Impact Awoniyi finished last season with four goals and one assist across 17 Premier League appearances, playing a secondary role behind the club's other forward options. Manager Glasner's comments suggest this is a minor precaution rather than a genuine injury concern, and Awoniyi should be available in the short term as Forest continues its preseason preparations.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Logs brace Awoniyi scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) in Monday's 3-1 victory over Chelsea.

Impact Awoniyi was responsible for an insurance goal to give Nottingham Forest some late relief in Monday's win. The forward should be active against Aston Villa in the second leg of the UEL semifinal, though there was only one goal combined in the first leg so this could be a tough defense for Awoniyi to crack.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Friday Awoniyi assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 5-0 win against Sunderland.

Impact Awoniyi put his name on the scoresheet Friday with an assist during the one-sided rout. The match was never particularly competitive and Awoniyi did well to cause issues even with just a single chance created. He didn't get too involved other than that assist, playing only two minutes off the bench.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Adds goal on lone shot Awoniyi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 88th minute.

Impact Awoniyi took just a single shot during Sunday's win and made the most of it during Sunday's win. He put it in the back of the net to add to the misery for Spurs. Awoniyi has scored just twice this season and has been relegated to a minimal depth role, often playing only a few minutes off the bench in most matches.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

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Closes out scoring Awoniyi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 win against Brentford.

Impact Awoniyi scored the final goal of the match late in the second half. He proved to be too strong for Sepp van den Berg and later slotted the ball coolly between Caoimhin Kelleher's legs. This was Awoniyi's first goal of the campaign, but he's not expected to have a lot of upside as long as he continues to play off the bench.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench Awoniyi (abdomen) featured 18 minutes off bench in Monday's 1-0 loss against Fulham, confirming he is back fit for Forest.

Impact Awoniyi made his return from a seven games absence due to an abdomen injury and featured 18 minutes in Monday's loss against the Cottagers. The forward will resume his bench role for Forest moving forward just like he had prior to his injury.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted with team Awoniyi was spotted with the team ahead of training Wednesday, before Monday's trip to Fulham.

Impact Awoniyi has been working back from an abdominal issue and is getting closer to a return. There's no exact date for when he will return, but an inclusion in team training is a good sign. It's unclear how much of the session he was able to complete with the rest of the first team squad.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play midweek Awoniyi (abdomen) is out for Wednesday's match against Wolves, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel.

Impact Awoniyi is still not an option for the club as he continues to deal with an injury, set to miss a fourth straight game due to abdominal problems. Unfortunately for the club, this will leave them without an option in the attack for another match, a rough development as the season starts to ramp up. He has only started in one of his four appearances this campaign, as injuries have been a persistent issue.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing in Europa League Awoniyi (abdomen) is not in the squad for Thursday's Europa League match against Malmo.

Impact The Nigerian forward remains out due to injury and it's not certain when he'll be ready to return. His next chance to play will come over the weekend against Brighton.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available against Liverpool Awoniyi (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Awoniyi remains out Saturday as the knock he has been dealing with has not progressed enough for him to be cleared. His absence means Chris Wood and Igor Jesus continue to sit above him in the internal hierarchy with no changes expected for now. Until he returns to regular involvement and builds back fitness, his fantasy upside will remain minimal.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock Awoniyi is dealing with a knock and his presence for Saturday's game against Liverpool is uncertain, manager Sean Dyche told media during Thursday's pre-match press conference. "I...

Impact Awoniyi played 31 minutes off the bench against Leeds, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be able to play in a fifth straight contest due to this knock. Even if he's cleared to play, he's behind Chris Wood (knee) and Igor Jesus in the pecking order, so his fantasy upside will remain minimal until further notice.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Starts in second half Awoniyi (abdomen) appeared for 45 minutes in a friendly against Monaco on Saturday.

Impact Awoniyi was viewed in the gym this week but has already taken the next step, with the forward seeing the pitch for 45 minutes in a friendly. He only saw a minor role with his three starts in 26 appearances last campaign, appearing for 400 minutes while registering a goal. This was a step down from the 2023/24 season, so he will hope to return to a bigger role now that he is fit to start the season.

JULY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Viewed in gym Awoniyi (abdomen) was viewed working in the gym Wednesday, according to his club.

Impact Awoniyi is seeing progress this offseason, with the forward taking to the gym for some workouts. This is a first step for the player, as he will look to see the training field and possibly a friendly soon. With the season only a month away, he will hope to return soon.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Backup season ends in injury Awoniyi (abdomen) ended his season with an injury, but played 26 times, of which he started three. From 10 shots in his 400 minutes, he only managed one goal.

Impact Awoniyi deputised for Chris Wood this season and only started on three occasions, with 86 minutes his biggest appearance in the 1-0 win over Manchester United. The Nigerian forward's only goal came in a late substitute appearance against Wolves, which finished 3-0. It was in this game that he took two shots for the only time in the Premier League this season. He also only created a chance in two of his Premier League games. His season ended horribly after a goalscoring opportunity ended with him ending up smashing into the post and injuring his abdomen.

JUNE 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Awoniyi cheered by Forest fans on return to City Ground after emergency abdominal surgery

Taiwo Awoniyi has been welcomed onto the field with huge applause by Nottingham Forest fans in his first public appearance since having emergency surgery on an abdominal injury aft...

MAY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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