Nottingham Forest’s decision to file a formal complaint with PGMOL after their 2–1 defeat to Manchester City is more than a flash of post‑match anger; it is a direct challenge to how Premier League refereeing is managed, explained, and held to account in the VAR era. By demanding the release of VAR audio and written explanations around key calls, Forest have pushed an individual controversy into a wider debate about transparency, consistency, and trust in the system that governs the biggest league in world football. What Happened At The City Ground The flashpoint came on a tense afternoon at the City Ground, with Forest believing that two critical second‑half decisions by referee Rob Jones and his team tilted a finely balanced game decisively in Manchester City’s favour. City escaped with a 2–1 win and three precious points, but Forest walked away convinced that the officials, not just Pep Guardiola’s side, had beaten them. First, Rúben Dias avoided a second yellow card after clipping...
Ruud van Nistelrooy is likely to become Leicester City's new manager, succeeding Steve Cooper.
Leicester are 16th in the Premier League rankings, having won only twice since their promotion back to the top division. The Foxes have now turned to Van Nistelrooy, who has been looking for work in England since leaving Manchester United.
The 48-year-old returned to Manchester United this summer as Erik ten Hag's assistant. He was recruited back to work with his compatriot at Old Trafford after scoring 150 goals in 219 games for the Red Devils during his five-season playing career.
Following Ten Hag's dismissal last month, Van Nistelrooy took over on an interim basis and guided the team to a four-game winning streak. His tenure as interim manager featured victories over Leicester in the Carabao Cup and Premier League.
However, it was determined that he would quit his position with the arrival of Ruben Amorim from Sporting Lisbon and his coaching team.
Leicester are now set to give Van Nistelrooy a chance to return to senior management in the Premier League. The Dutchman formerly coached PSV Eindhoven in the 2022/23 season, winning the KNVB Cup and Johan Cruyff Shield. He departed PSV before the end of his first season as manager, alleging a lack of board support.

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