Tag: Nuno Espírito Santo
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Espirito Santo hopeful of Ola Aina’s imminent return after injury scare
Ahead of the EPL clash against Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espirito Santo has provided an injury update Ola Aina who was substituted in the first half of the historic win against Manchester United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles international sustained an injury during the first half of their Premier League match against Manchester…
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Fit Awoniyi cleared to face Newcastle after head injury
Nottingham Forest striker, Taiwo Awoniyi has been declared fit for Sunday’s Premier League match at Newcastle United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Awoniyi missed last weekend’s game against Fulham due to a head injury, but has now been cleared to face Newcastle away at St James’ Park. The 27-year-old will have to wear a protective mask during the…
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Awoniyi set for Newcastle return – Nuno
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo is hopeful that striker Taiwo Awoniyi will be fit for the club’s next Premier League game against Newcastle United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Awoniyi missed Forest’s 2-1 defeat to Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday due to a broken nose sustained in the midweek FA Cup win over Exeter City. Santo…
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“We have to be really careful” Santo Cautious Over Awoniyi injury
Nottingham Forest manager, Nuno Espirito Santo says the club must exercise caution with Taiwo Awoniyi’s injury after the striker broke his nose in Wednesday’s FA Cup tie against Exeter, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Awoniyi collided with the Exeter goalkeeper and was stretchered off the pitch in visible pain late in the second half. Santo revealed that the…
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“There will be good news” Santo optimistic over Aina contract talks
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo is confident that defender Ola Aina will sign a new contract with the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aina’s current deal expires in five months, and Forest risk losing him on a free transfer in the summer if a new agreement is not reached. However, Santo is upbeat about the negotiations,…
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Nottingham Forest committed to retaining Taiwo Awoniyi amid transfer speculations
Nottingham Forest has expressed its intent to keep Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi at the club, according to insights shared by Graeme Bailey with Nottingham Forest News, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. The development underscores the Reds’ faith in Awoniyi, despite the challenges he has faced this season. The Super Eagles forward has struggled with injuries and competition…
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Nuno Espírito Santo hail Aina, call his goal “Beautiful”
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has praised Ola Aina’s spectacular strike in their 3-0 Premier League win over West Ham United at the City Ground, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aina’s 78th-minute goal, his fourth in the Premier League, capped an impressive display by Forest. “I think we have been mentioning many times the need for more…
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Nottingham Forest’s Ola Aina open to new contract talks
Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has expressed his willingness to discuss a new long-term contract with the club. Aina’s current deal expires next summer, but Forest are eager to secure the Nigeria international’s future beyond 2024. “I’m really happy at Forest – fantastic club, I feel at home and we’re just building,” Aina told BBC…
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Nottingham Forest exclude Emmanuel Dennis from season roster
In a surprising move, Nottingham Forest has omitted Nigerian striker Emmanuel Dennis from their squad for the 2024-25 season, casting doubt on his future with the club, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. Despite Dennis having been a part of the team earlier in the year, his recent stint away from the City Ground—including loan spells at Basaksehir and…
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Calf Injury: Awoniyi sidelined again
Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has suffered a fresh injury setback, this time a calf problem, confirms manager Nuno Espírito Santo, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 27-year-old Nigerian international missed Forest’s pre-season opener against Chesterfield on Saturday. Santo revealed that Awoniyi sustained the injury during the first training session of the week, saying, “He had a problem…
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Ola Aina: Nottingham Forest unfazed by four-point deduction
Nottingham Forest remains resolute despite losing their appeal against a four-point deduction for financial breaches, according to defender Ola Aina. Nigeriasoccernet.com gathers. The club, charged for exceeding Profitability and Sustainability Rules by £34.5m, maintains its focus on securing top-flight status amid the penalty. Aina emphasized the squad’s dedication to earning points, highlighting a collective disregard…
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Taiwo Awoniyi Return: Boost for Nottingham Forest ahead of Sheffield United clash
Nottingham Forest has received a significant boost with the return of forward Taiwo Awoniyi as they prepare to face Sheffield United this Saturday. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Awoniyi, who has been sidelined due to injury for the past seven Premier League games, is back in contention, according to Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo. Speaking to reporters, Santo…
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Ola Aina remains optimistic about Nottingham Forest’s Premier League survival
Super Eagles fullback, Ola Aina expresses confidence in Nottingham Forest’s ability to secure their Premier League status despite facing tough challenges towards the end of the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Currently occupying 17th position in the EPL table, the Tricky Trees are set to confront formidable opponents including Wolverhampton Wanderers, Chelsea, and Manchester City in their…
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Nottingham Forest press for Taiwo Awoniyi return amidst injury woes
Nottingham Forest remains optimistic onthe return of Taiwo Awoniyi to action before the season’s end, despite the striker’s ongoing struggles with injuries, Nigeriasoccenet.com reports, Awoniyi, the Nigeria international, has endured a challenging season plagued by various setbacks, including a groin surgery earlier in the campaign, which kept him sidelined for a significant period. Although he…
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Nuno Espirito: Awoniyi likely to miss Forest’s next two games
Nottingham Forest’s manager, Nuno Espírito Santo has revealed that Taiwo Awoniyi, the Nigerian Super Eagles striker, is expected to be absent for two upcoming matches, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles forward has been sidelined for the past fortnight due to a recurring injury, causing him to miss recent international fixtures against Ghana and Mali. Despite…
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Injury Update: Aina facing for more problems, Awoniyi’s improving
Nottingham Forest manager, Nuno Espirito Santo, ahead of his side’s showdown against Liverpool has delivered a crucial fitness update regarding Nigerian pair Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aina, who has been absent from the Forest lineup since his return from the Africa Cup of Nations, is currently undergoing rehabilitation for an injury, leaving…
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Late fitness test for Awoniyi ahead of Nottingham Forest’s clash with Aston Villa
Nottingham Forest forward Taiwo Awoniyi is set to undergo a late fitness assessment ahead of the team’s anticipated away fixture against Aston Villa on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The news comes after Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo disclosed that Awoniyi sustained an injury following their recent victory over West Ham United, where he netted the opening…
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Nuno Espirito: Awoniyi still building fitness despite scoring streak
Nottingham Forest’s manager, Nuno Espírito Santo, has acknowledged that Taiwo Awoniyi is still not at full fitness despite his impressive scoring streak, Nigeriasoccernet.com report. Awoniyi, the Nigerian international, made his comeback for Forest in January after a three-month hiatus due to a groin injury. Despite this setback, he managed to score the opening goal in…
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UCL: Osimhen out of Milan, Napoli clash
SSC Napoli will be without Osimhen as they face AC Milan in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final tie, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. The striker who has 25 goals across Serie A and the Champions League for Napoli this season, picked up an adductor injury while on international duty with Nigeria and has missed his…
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UCL: Onyedika out of Club Brugge’s final group game
The Utility midfielder of club Brugge, Raphael Onyedika will miss the final UEFA Champions League group game against Bundesliga club, Bayer Leverkusen as a result of suspension. Ths 21-year-old is one of the three Club Brugge players who has been suspended for the game. Onyedika bagged his third yellow card in the competition in the…