Chris Wood Injuries
'Chris came off with a rib problem for New Zealand - he took a knock. He's another player we'll make a late decision on.' Team. Newcastle United. May 22. Reason.
www.premierinjuries.comChris Wood’s latest injury update is positive: he has recovered from a knee problem, rejoined Nottingham Forest’s squad in early April 2026, and has already made his return to match action after about six months out.[1][5]
What happened
Wood had been sidelined since October 2025 with a knee injury and underwent surgery in December. Reports in March said he was progressing toward a return, and by 8 April he was available again for Forest’s trip to Porto.[2][4][1]
Current status
The most recent reports say he has resumed training, traveled with the squad, and was used in a B-team friendly as part of his comeback. That suggests Forest are easing him back rather than rushing him straight into a heavy workload.[6][1]
Injury context
This was not a minor knock; the updates describe a long knee rehabilitation with setbacks and surgery, which explains the extended absence. Forest had been relying on other forwards while he recovered.[3][1][2]
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