Despite receiving treatment, Awoniyi continued playing, but the true extent of the injury was only discovered by Forest’s medical staff on Monday. Reports indicate that Awoniyi was immediately taken for surgery, which is not believed to be life-threatening.
The incident sparked an angry reaction from Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis, who stormed onto the pitch and confronted manager Nuno Espirito Santo after the final whistle. Marinakis expressedconcern over Awoniyi’s condition, questioning Nuno’s decision to keep him on despite consulting with medical staff during stoppage time.
The draw was a significant setback for Forest’s Champions League hopes, leaving them one point outside the top five with two games remaining. To qualify for the Champions League, they would need to secure a top-five finish or rely on other results going in their favor.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding their Champions League aspirations, Forest has secured a UEFA Conference League spot, marking their return to European football since the 1995-96 season. The team’s final two matches against West Ham and Chelsea will determine their ultimate fate.
