“Football Is a Team Game” Awoniyi Reflects After Brace in Nottingham Forest 3-1 Win Over Chelsea

Taiwo Awoniyi emphasized the importance of teamwork after scoring twice in Nottingham Forest’s impressive 3-1 victory over Chelsea.

The Nigerian international marked his 100th appearance for Forest in style, producing a standout display that included a brace and winning a penalty in a dominant attacking performance.

Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, Awoniyi highlighted the collective effort behind the win:

'Football is a team 'Football everyone needs to be ready,, and it's not about everyone starting;; it's about the team.''

We came here with the mentality to win; good ball from [Dilane] Bakwa [for his goal] as well,, and the way we started the game, we had more of the ball –– brilliant from the team.

"Kudos to the manager and the staff, not only the people on the ground emphasized the collective effortbut also also the nutritionists and physios. and physios.

It's all about the team and looking forward to the next game. I believe it could be an amazing season for us.