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Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been placed in an induced coma following urgent surgery for a serious abdominal injury sustained during a Premier League match, with fellow Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen and Mikel Obi leading the outpouring of support.
Nigerian football is united in concern and support for Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi, who has been placed in an induced coma following urgent surgery for a serious abdominal injury suffered during Nottingham Forest’s 2-2 Premier League draw with Leicester City.
Awoniyi, 27, sustained the injury late in the match at the City Ground on Sunday after a heavy collision with the goalpost while attempting to connect with a cross.
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Despite receiving prolonged medical attention on the pitch, he was initially allowed to continue playing, but his discomfort was evident. Subsequent examinations revealed the severity of the injury, prompting immediate surgical intervention for what was later confirmed as a ruptured intestine.
The first phase of Awoniyi’s surgery was completed successfully, and he was placed in an induced coma in the intensive care unit to stabilise his condition and limit movement.
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Reports from the club and medical staff indicate that his life is not at risk, though the procedure was deemed urgent and necessary due to the potentially fatal nature of the injury. Doctors are expected to conduct a second operation to complete his treatment.
As news of Awoniyi’s condition spread, an outpouring of prayers and well-wishes flooded in from across the football world.
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Leading the messages of support are fellow Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen and Mikel Obi.
Osimhen, currently with Galatasaray, posted a heartfelt message on his Instagram Story, quoting scripture and writing: “Prayers up for you brother. God will never leave you.”
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Nigerian legend Mikel Obi also took to social media, adding: “Praying for Taiwo.”
Football fans, teammates, and officials have joined in solidarity, expressing hope for Awoniyi’s swift recovery. The striker’s participation in Nottingham Forest’s remaining fixtures this season is now in doubt, as is his availability for Nigeria’s upcoming Unity Cup.
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The incident has also reignited debate about player safety protocols, with Nottingham Forest’s owner, Evangelos Marinakis, voicing frustration over the handling of Awoniyi’s injury during the match.
The club has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritising player health and well-being.
For now, the football community continues to rally around Awoniyi, sending prayers and support as he begins his road to recovery.
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