Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo shares ‘positive’ update on Taiwo Awoniyi
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Taiwo Awoniyi update as Forest striker out of induced coma
- Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo provides a positive update on Taiwo Awoniyi's condition after the striker underwent emergency abdominal surgery.
- Awoniyi suffered serious internal injuries after colliding with a post during a match against Leicester City.
- He was placed in an induced coma to aid his recovery but is now awake and communicating with his family.
- While Awoniyi will remain hospitalised for several days, Nuno hopes he can attend the final game of the season.
- The incident prompted Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis to confront Nuno, later questioning the medical staff's handling of the situation on social media.