The 2022-23 campaign delivered a triumphant return to the top flight for Nottingham Forest as The Reds secured Premier League survival with a crucial 16th-place finish after a dramatic 23-year absence. Under the passionate guidance of Steve Cooper, the team, built on a massive squad overhaul, transformed The City Ground into a fortress that proved vital in the battle to avoid the drop. Leading the charge was the powerful Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi, whose 10 goals, including crucial late-season winners, proved decisive in a campaign built on sheer emotional grit and the roar of the faithful support. It was a monumental year that marked the end of the long wait and remains a defining, unforgettable chapter in the club's modern history.