Biography
Taiwo Micheal Awoniyi (born 12 August 1997) is a highly skilled and talented Nigerian footballer who has established himself as a prominent figure in the professional football scene.
With his exceptional ability as a striker, Taiwo Awoniyi has become an integral part of English Premier League club Nottingham Forest and represents his country on the international stage as a proud member of the Nigerian national team.
Nigerian Football Player
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| Full name: | Taiwo Michael Awoniyi |
| Stage name: | Taiwo Awoniyi |
| Born: | August 12, 1997 (age 27) |
| Place of birth: | Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria |
| State of origin: | Kwara State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Education: | Buckinghamshire New University |
| Height: | 1.83 meters |
| Parents: | Solomon Adewoye Awoniyi, Mary Motunrayo |
| Siblings: | Kehinde Awoniyi |
| Couple: | Taiwo Jesudun (married 2018) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Emmanuel Awoniyi |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | 16 million US dollars |
Early life and education
Taiwo Awoniyi, a professional footballer, was born on 12 August 1997 in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. He was raised by his father, Solomon Adewoye Awoniyi, and his mother, Mary Motunrayo.
Growing up, Taiwo had a special bond with his twin sister, Kehinde Awoniyi. As he progressed through life, he pursued higher education and successfully obtained a degree in business management from Buckinghamshire New University.
Career
Taiwo Awoniyi began his professional football journey at the Royal Football Academy in Nigeria. In 2015, a significant change occurred when he moved to Liverpool. However, his tenure with the club was short-lived, leading to an immediate loan spell at FSV Frankfurt.
While at FSV Frankfurt, Taiwo Awoniyi made 13 appearances and even scored a goal. He then embarked on a five-season loan spell that took him to clubs such as NEC Nijmegen, Mouscron, Gent, Mainz and Union Berlin.
2020 marked a turning point when Awoniyi signed a long-term contract with Union Berlin. His contributions shone in the 2020–21 season with an impressive record of 15 goals in 31 matches, leading Union Berlin to a historic fifth place in the Bundesliga.
The 2021–22 season saw Taiwo Awoniyi maintain his form on the pitch, scoring 15 goals in 34 appearances. His excellent performances earned him the Union Berlin Player of the Season award.
On 6 August 2022, Taiwo Awoniyi made his Premier League debut with Nottingham Forest in a 1–1 draw with Newcastle United, following a club-record transfer fee of £17 million in June 2022.
In addition to his club endeavours, Taiwo Awoniyi’s talents extend to the youth ranks of the Nigerian national team, including victories at the 2015 African U-20 Championship and the 2016 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
These milestones highlight Taiwo Awoniyi’s football journey. His senior international debut in 2021 cemented his status as a rising star in Nigerian football.
Notably, on 19 August 2023, Taiwo Awoniyi received praise from Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh for his second Premier League goal of the 2023-24 season.
Awards & Nominations
- 2013 FIFA U-17 World Cup
- 2015 African U-20 Championship
- 2015 African U-20 Championship Team of the Tournament
Social media
- Instagram: @awoniyi18
- Twitter: @taiwoawoniyi18
- Facebook: Taiwo Awoniyi
Personal life
On June 15, 2018, Taiwo Awoniyi and his partner, Taiwo Jesudun, celebrated their love and commitment to each other with a traditional engagement and wedding ceremony held at Kabba.
The festivities continued the following day, June 16, with a beautiful white wedding in Ilorin. As their love story unfolded, the couple welcomed a precious addition to their family on October 16, 2020, when they became parents to a baby boy named Emmanuel Awoniyi. On Saturday, August 12, 2023, the baby’s birthday, the couple welcomed another child into the family.
Taiwo Awoniyi, 27, is a celebrity who celebrates his birthday on August 12 every year.
Net worth
Taiwo Awoniyi, a Nigerian professional footballer, is said to have a net worth of around £12.6 million ($16 million). This considerable sum can be attributed to a number of factors, including his lucrative weekly salary of £50,000 ($63,000), which has increased significantly over time.
Taiwo Awoniyi’s transfer fees from various clubs he played for throughout his career also contributed to his impressive net worth. Furthermore, he has secured lucrative endorsement deals with popular brands, further bolstering his financial standing.
