Nottingham Forest Boss Confident Taiwo Awoniyi Will Rediscover His Form Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has voiced confidence in Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi’s ability to regain his best form despite a challenging season. Awoniyi, who has yet to score this campaign, has faced limited playing time, starting just three out of ten matches so far. His struggles have been compounded by competition from Chris Wood, the team’s top scorer, and minimal game time during international breaks. In Forest’s recent 3-0 loss to Arsenal, Awoniyi played over 60 minutes, impressing Nuno with his physical performance against tough defenders. The manager highlighted that Awoniyi’s return to form hinges on scoring a goal to rebuild his confidence. "Everything changes in the mindset of a striker when you score," Nuno explained. "We are waiting for this click. We trust him." Awoniyi, a product of Nigeria’s Imperial Academy, joined Nottingham Forest in 2022 from Union Berlin. Despite his current challenges, Nuno has reiterated his faith in the striker, working to gradually increase his playing time and fitness levels. Editorial Taiwo Awoniyi’s struggles this season illustrate the fine balance between form, fitness, and opportunity for professional athletes. The trust and patience expressed by Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo are key to revitalising Awoniyi’s confidence and ensuring his contributions to the team’s campaign.