Taiwo Awoniyi has expressed his delight at returning to pre-season action with Nottingham Forest, after netting the third goal in a commanding 3-0 win over Blackburn Rovers.

The Nigeria international was in fine form as the Reds went through their paces ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season, capping an impressive team display with a well-taken finish.

Building the winning habit early

Awoniyi was keen to underline the value of the pre-season period — not just for fitness, but for developing the mindset that will carry the squad through a long campaign.