“He has been outstanding for almost the whole of this season, he deserves more respect and applause from Nottingham Forest Fans”- Sky sports Pundit admits he was blown away by Nottingham Forest’s 26 years old star after his outstanding performance yesterday
“He has been outstanding for almost the whole of this season, he deserves more respect and applause from Nottingham Forest Fans”- Sky sports Pundit admits he was blown away by Nottingham Forest’s 26 years old star after his outstanding performance yesterday
BBC commentator Pat Murphy was blown away by Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi yesterday as the Reds beat West Ham 2-0.
The comments were made during the live coverage of yesterday’s match by Radio 5 Live
So, what did Murphy have to say about Forest striker Awoniyi during the much-needed win over West Ham? Let’s take a closer look…
What Pat Murphy said about Nottingham Forest star Taiwo Awoniyi
Well, it would appear as though the BBC commentator is a huge fan of the Nigerian talisman.
Awoniyi has wasted little time in hitting the goal trail since returning from a groin injury.
The 26-year-old simply loves to score against West Ham and now has three goals against the Hammers.
This striker was brilliantly taken following a wonderful pass from Nicolas Dominguez on the stroke of half-time.
Murphy raved about Forest star Awoniyi live on air during the game yesterday as the striker put the Reds in the lead.
He told BBC Radio 5 Live: “It’s an expert finish from Awoniyi.
“Areola, who had made three great saves including one from Awoniyi, couldn’t do anything about it, and Antonio went close for West Ham at the other end.
“Forest deserve to be ahead.”
Awoniyi came off in the second half but the Forest striker confirmed afterwards that he’s actually doing fine and was just fatigued.
Awoniyi is so important to Reds fortunes
The striker is very much the main talisman at Forest and he simply oozes confidence in front of goal.
Yesterday, he never looked like missing the chance he took to score and it gave Forest a brilliant platform for the second half.
Awoniyi staying fit is going to be key to Forest this season if they’re to survive relegation back to the EFL.
The striker will continue to get goals if he can stay fit and the Reds’ season could be defined by that very element.
