Thread by @oluwashina

From loan man to main man🔥

#Nigeria striker @TaiwoAwoniyi18 has certainly made his mark on the Bundesliga this season.

After 7 years on the move throughout Europe, he now feels at home in Berlin with @FCUnion..

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In this @Bundesliga_DE's interview, Awoniyi reflects on his unusual journey, his roots in #Nigeria, and the influence that head coach Urs Fischer has had on his development. 2/5

After winning the U17 World Cup @taiwoawoniyi18 left #Nigeria to join Liverpool.

Loans across Europe followed before finding a home in Berlin.

Talks about his role in the team, fitting in to the @FCUnion system, and the unique fans that are central to the club’s identity.

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It's been a mixed 2022.

Awoniyi finally played in a major tournament with #Nigeria at senior level but it ended in the round of 16 for player and country.

Omitted from a disappointing World Cup playoff v Ghana, he remains Union's top scorer in the Bundesliga with 13 goals.

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Since their promotion in 2019, @FCUnion have been one of the Bundesliga’s surprise packages, and will be hoping to secure a place in Europe for the second consecutive season.

All eyes on @taiwoawoniyi18 and Union this weekend. Whatever happens, the Nigerian's made his mark.

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