Taiwo Awoniyi, born on August 12, 1997, in Ilorin, Nigeria, is a promising young football talent known for his prowess as a striker. Awoniyi's journey in football began in Nigeria, where he showcased his talent at various youth levels before attracting the attention of European scouts. His impressive goal-scoring abilities and natural athleticism earned him opportunities to pursue his footballing dreams abroad.

After joining Liverpool FC in 2015, Awoniyi embarked on a series of loan spells to gain valuable experience and development opportunities. He showcased his potential during loan stints with clubs across Europe, including FSV Frankfurt in Germany, where he made a significant impact with his goal-scoring contributions. Awoniyi's time on loan allowed him to adapt to different playing styles and environments, honing his skills for future success. After a successful two-year spell at Union Berlin in the Bundesliga, Nottingham Forest signed Awoniyi for a club-record fee of £17 million on a five-year deal.

In addition to his club endeavours, Taiwo Awoniyi has also represented Nigeria at various youth levels, showcasing his talent on the international stage. He won the U-17 FIFA World Cup with Nigeria in 2013 and went on to represent Nigeria at the 2015 FIFA World Cup in New Zealand having won the 2015 African U-20 Youth Championship in Senegal. In 2021, He made his debut for the senior national team the, Super Eagles in a World Cup qualifier against the Central Africa Republic.

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