Awoniyi Scores Again as Nottingham Forest Defeats Portimonense

Taiwo Awoniyi scored for Nottingham Forest in their 2-1 victory against Portuguese side Portimonense on Friday morning, continuing his impressive preseason form with goals in consecutive matches. Awoniyi confidently converted a first-half penalty and was a standout performer, contributing significantly to the team's attack.

This match followed his earlier goal in a 3-0 win over Blackburn Rovers, indicating a resurgence in form after a previous season marred by injuries, where he managed only four goals and one assist in 18 appearances across all competitions. Nottingham Forest dominated possession and created multiple chances throughout the match, maintaining their winning momentum ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.

Awoniyi's recent performances have instilled fresh optimism among supporters as he prepares for his fifth campaign with Nottingham Forest.