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12th Feb 2025, 19:02By Ian Tuckey

Smiling through the pain

Nottingham Forest confirmed thatTaiwo Awoniyisuffered concussion and a broken nose in last night's dramatic F Cup tie.

Fans applauded the striker as he was carried off the field in the first half against Exeter.

But Forest, as well as Awoniyi himself, are reportedly upbeat about his condition.

The 27-year-old was said to have interested Everton in the last transfer window.

But now he could face from four to six weeks out, mainly due to his nose injury in a fourth-round tie Forest won 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw.

Boss Nuno Espirito Santo said: "It was a concussion and a broken nose.

"He was in a lot of pain. But he has a smile on his face because he scored for us and did an amazing job. We are delighted for him (to score)."

12th Feb 2025, 18:12By Ian Tuckey

Nuno's confidence in squad

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espírito Santo is frustrated by Taiwo Awoniyi's setback - but has massive faith in his high-flying squad.

Nuno said ahead of last night's shootout win: “I think we are in a good place as a squad.

"As long as we keep ourselves healthy and work as good as we are working, I think we can compete until the end of the season

“It was a quiet window for all the clubs. It is always very difficult to operate.

"We had a clear intention to retain the core of the squad. All the players are here and available.

"We didn’t achieve what we wanted because it is very hard. We keep going.”

12th Feb 2025, 17:49By Ian Tuckey

Forest supporters desperate for Awoniyi return

City Ground fans are hoping Taiwo Awoniyi can defy predictions with his recovery.

A broken nose could take up to six weeks to heal.

But one fan reckons the Nigerian frontman, 27, could be available to play within a FORTNIGHT!

Another posted: "Come back strong T."

A third wrote: "Come back strong our excellence."

And a relieved fourth fan commented: "Could easily have been a lot worse the amount of time it took to treat him on the pitch! Speedy recovery.

12th Feb 2025, 17:44By Ian Tuckey

'Fair play' to 'dazed' Taiwo

Fans have hailed broken-nose victim Taiwo Awoniyi for saluting the fans despite his injury agony when being carried off on a stretcher

One posted: "He looked a right mess walking past us last night, battered face and seemed very dazed.

"Fair play to him for acknowledging the fans despite what happened. I’d still been on the stretcher now."

12th Feb 2025, 17:35By Ian Tuckey

Moment of magic before the injury

Before his worrying injury Taiwo Awoniyi wowed fans with the way he briefly put Forest 2-1 up.

And one observer on X conjured up some left-field praise.

The fan boasted that Awoniyi was a better striker than.. Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson!

12th Feb 2025, 16:28By Katherine Walsh

The latest on Awoniyi

Taiwo Awoniyi is already on the road to recovery after his worrying hit with Joe Whitworth last night.

Nuno Espirito Santo said following their penalty win against Exeter: “It was a concussion and I think he broke his nose.

“He is in a lot of pain but has a smile on his face because he did an amazing job and scored for us, which we were delighted about.

“He has already been checked and is OK to travel (back).”

12th Feb 2025, 15:30By Katherine Walsh

Full fifth-round FA Cup draw

• Preston North End v Burnley
• Aston Villa v Cardiff City
• Crystal Palace v Millwall
• Manchester United v Fulham
• Newcastle United v Brighton
• Bournemouth v Wolves
• Manchester City v Plymouth Argyle
• Nottingham Forest v Ipswich Town

Matches to be played on the weekend of March 1-2

12th Feb 2025, 14:23By Katherine Walsh

How long will Awoniyi be out for?

The nasal bone takes roughly 4-6 weeks to heal properly.

He normally comes off the bench and could be out for around six weeks.

Of course, it depends on the severity of the fracture and medical advice.

Most athletes need to wear a protective face mask during this period to prevent further injury.

12th Feb 2025, 12:55By Katherine Walsh

Forest goalkeeper Carlos Miguel update

The Reds had already lost goalkeeper Carlos Miguel,with the Brazilian brought off before the hour mark with a suspected hamstring problem.

On Miguel, Nuno added: “We have to assess him now. I think it is a hamstring and he did it on a goal kick.

“Let’s assess him and hope we are not without him for too much time.”

12th Feb 2025, 12:14By Katherine Walsh

Meanwhile Arsenal lose ANOTHER striker!

KAI Havertz has been ruled out for the rest of the season in a major dent to Arsenal's title challenge.

Havertz picked up the injury after sustaining a torn hamstring during the team's training camp in Dubai.

Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli are all sidelined through injury, leaving Mikel Arteta with little up front at the business end of the season.

KAI & LOW Havertz ruled out for SEASON with torn hamstring in blow to Arsenal title hopes

12th Feb 2025, 12:12By Katherine Walsh

Taiwo Awoniyi's broken nose collision

12th Feb 2025, 11:33By Katherine Walsh

How 'crazy' Forest vs Exeter tie unfolded in the second half - including red card for debutant

Forest were 2-1 up before Josh Magennis - the FA Cup's top scorer (six) levelled things in the 55th minute.

Exeter debutant Ed Turns, 22, was handed a red card for a thigh-high challenge on sub Gibbs-White three minutes from time.

Before keeper Joe Whitworth clashed with Taiwo Awoniyi - who broke his nose - in stoppage time.

Forest had to settle for an extra 30 minutes after Jota Silva thundered a shot against the crossbar.

The Prem side won 4-2 on pens - all four subs scored, while Sels saved a spot-kick.

EXETER 2-2 FOREST (2-4 PENS) Prem high-flyers survive huge scare against 10-men minnows

12th Feb 2025, 11:00By Katherine Walsh

The big guns get the job done in FA Cup fourth-round

Forest beat 10-man Exeter 4-2 on penalties in Devon last night - after a 2-2 draw.

All four penalty takers were brought on as subs during the game.

Chris Wood (who replaced Awoniyi), Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson all scored from the spot.

Before fellow substitute Neco Williams wrapped up a marathon tie with the final kick of the contest at 11.03pm.

Forest No 1 keeper Matz Sels saved a spot-kick in the shootout after replacing Carlos Miguel - who went down injured - in the 59th minute. While Dominguezwas added too.

12th Feb 2025, 10:34By Katherine Walsh

Fans send well wishes for Awoniyi

Forest have confirmed that the striker suffered a concussion and broke his nose after catching the elbow of Exeter keeper Whitworth.

One fan wrote: "I don't care about the game now, just want Awoniyi to be ok."

While another said: "Thoughts are with you, T. Hope you bounce back quickly."

A third added: "Wow. Such a nasty collision. I wish you the best Awoniyi."

STAR FEARS Ambulance crew rush to Forest star's aid after bloody clash with Exeter keeper

12th Feb 2025, 10:03By Katherine Walsh

Forest's next five games

Taiwo Awoniyiis tipped for a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

Here's the matches he could miss...

12th Feb 2025, 09:34By Katherine Walsh

Taiwo Awoniyi broke his nose vs Exeter, says Nuno

Awoniyi broke his nose in a collision withExeter Citykeeper Joe Whitworth,Forestboss Nuno Espirito Santo has confirmed.

Awoniyi was stretchered offduring theFA Cupfourth round tie in Devon, and the game was delayed for 11 minutes as he received treatment.

There had been fears the Nigerian international could have sustained a serious neck injury, and he was applauded off by both fans when he was carried off the field.

"It was a concussion and a broken nose," the Portuguese said.

"He was in a lot of pain. But he has a smile on his face because he scored for us and did an amazing job. We are delighted for him (to get his goal)."

The game in Devon finished 2-2, with Nuno putting out a much-changed side, before Forest won the penalty shootout 4-2.

Forest host Ipswich Town in the fifth-round.

12th Feb 2025, 08:45By Laurence Ryan

How the action unfolded last night...

Carlos Miguel gifted Exeter the lead early on, dropping a cross into the path of striker Josh Magennis, who tapped home the opening goal.

Ramon Sosa got the scores back level, after controlling a well weighted pass from Ibrahim Sangare, before powering an effort beyond Joe Whitworth.

Taiwo Awoniyi gave Forest the lead with an excellent finish on the turn just before half-time.

Exeter managed to get themselves back into the game in the second half, as Josh Magennis powered an effort towards goal, that looked as though it was sent in by Willy Boly.

The scores remained at 2-2, and the game went to penalties.

Exeter missed two from the spot, and Neco Williams scored the winning spot kick to send Forest through, with the celebrations from Nuno Espirito Santo's side very muted.

12th Feb 2025, 08:15By Laurence Ryan

I've won.. but at what cost?

Nottingham Forest got themselves into the fifth round of the FA Cup last night, beating Exeter on penalties.

However, they weren't without casualties during their win.

The main casualty was Taiwo Awoniyi, who was stretchered off with what looked a concussion, but with what Nuno Espirito Santo suspected was a broken nose.

He also lost goalkeeper Carlos Miguel, with his regular first choice Matz Sels having to come on after an hour, seeing out penalty kicks.

Nuno Espirito Santo also had to call on Elliot Anderson, Morgan Gibbs-White and Chris Wood to help his side get past Exeter.

With a game against Fulham on Saturday, Forest will not have wanted to call on their more regular first teamers against League One Exeter.

12th Feb 2025, 07:49By Laurence Ryan

The latest on Awoniyi

Taiwo Awoniyi is already on the road to recovery after his worrying hit with Joe Whitworth last night.

Nuno Espirito Santo said following their penalty win against Exeter: “It was a concussion and I think he broke his nose

“He is in a lot of pain but has a smile on his face because he did an amazing job and scored for us, which we were delighted about.

"He has already been checked and is OK to travel (back).”

11th Feb 2025, 23:53By Ian Tuckey

Caldwell 'proud' after losing 'lottery'

Exeter chief Gary Caldwell says their FA Cup shootout agony showed what a "special football club" he has - as "the only supporter-owned club in England.

Caldwell told ITV:"I am really proud of the team and the whole football club really.

"We just came up short on penalties, which is a lottery. I am really proud of the players.

"I thought we were outstanding. With 10 men it was backs against the wall. We could have won or lost it near the end. It is a fantastic effort from the players.

"I think it shows the potential and what they are capable of and they can raise their game.

" We have to show that commitment to each other and if we do that, I am sure we have got a lot to look forward to."

11th Feb 2025, 23:44By Ian Tuckey

Nuno just 'happy' to go through

Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo admitted his relief at going through.

He told ITV: "We started in a bad way but the response was good.

"We had another setback after half-time and it became so hard. Credit to Exeter. I am happy in the end that we are going through."

And asked what his Prem high-flies could have done better, he added So many things. It was hard to play. It was a hard game."

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11th Feb 2025, 23:30By Ian Tuckey

We 'live' for these Mag-estic nights

Exeter skipper Josh Magennis says clubs "live for" such FA Cup occasions - after Forest finally killed them off.

Magennis told ITV: "Going down to 10 men killed the momentum a little bit.

I was entrusted to be captain of the team so I thought it was my responsibility to step forward and take the first penalty.

"They're not in their position in the Premier League for no reason. It's back to bread and butter and we've not been in a rich vein of form.

"But we can take positives from this. We can take confidence.

"Everyone left the stadium knowing that was an entertaining match. These type of nights you want to live for."

11th Feb 2025, 23:28By Ian Tuckey

Sels admits Forest made it 'difficult'

Forest keeper Matz Sels is dreaming of incredible seasons in both the Prem and FA cup.

After edging out Exeter, Sels told ITV: :"We knew before the game it would be difficult.

"We didn't start the game well so I think after we came back well, we finished the game. It was just about ourselves and we made it difficult.

"It is a positive to go to the next round.

"Step by step. We have some important games in the league and then full focus on the cup. We try to continue as long as possible and we will see how far we can go."

11th Feb 2025, 23:22By Ian Tuckey

Full fifth-round draw

• Preston North End v Burnley
• Aston Villa v Cardiff City
• Crystal Palace v Millwall
• Manchester United v Fulham
• Newcastle United v Brighton
• Bournemouth v Wolves
• Manchester City v Plymouth Argyle
• Nottingham Forest v Ipswich Town

Matches to be played on the weekend of March 1-2

11th Feb 2025, 23:19By Ian Tuckey

Ipswich next for Forest

So after three hours of action, Forest edged through to a last-16 tie with fellow Prem side Ipswich.

But Nuno Espírito Santo's men mostly celebrated their penalty triumph in low-key fashion