The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed as false the reports circulating in some online publications that the football governing body has imposed a ban on Super Eagles’ forward Victor Osimhen due to his recent social media outburst.

NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, expressed astonishment at these claims, stating that the Federation has not initiated any process, nor has any process been concluded to ban the player from the national team.

“The NFF hereby implores the media to join hands with the body to positively resolve issues and then focus on the big picture all the time, rather than needlessly escalate certain matters. There was no official communication from the NFF, yet some persons have gone to town to talk about a ban on Osimhen from the National Team. This is not good at all,” Sanusi said.

He emphasized that the current priority is to resolve all matters concerning the Super Eagles and to prepare for the upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifiers and the remaining matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification series.

“This is not the time to spread falsehood and foul the public space the more,” Sanusi concluded.

Premier League clubs are set to vote on a proposal to abolish the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system, following a motion put forward by Wolverhampton Wanderers. 

A vote will take on June 6 and needs a two-thirds majority to pass.

The contentious technology has sparked widespread debate since its introduction, with criticisms ranging from its impact on the flow of the game to the accuracy of its decisions.

Wolves, who have been vocal critics of VAR, believe that its implementation has led to more controversies than resolutions. 

The club has cited numerous instances where VAR decisions have been met with confusion and frustration, both on and off the pitch. 

As a result, they are pushing for its removal in a bid to restore a more natural and less disrupted form of football.

The proposal will now go to a vote among Premier League clubs, where a majority decision will determine the future of VAR in the league. 

Proponents of the technology argue that it has helped to improve the accuracy of refereeing decisions and reduce instances of clear errors. 

However, critics argue that the frequent disruptions and delays caused by VAR have taken away from the spontaneity and excitement of the game.

The outcome of the vote remains uncertain, with opinions divided among clubs and fans alike. 

If the proposal is successful, the Premier League could see a return to a more traditional style of refereeing, with decisions made solely by the on-field match officials.

Manchester United has announced that Erik Ten Hag will not continue as the club’s manager next season.

The decision was made by the club’s management following a series of discussions.

Ten Hag’s departure comes after a disappointing season for the team, which saw them fail to qualify for the Champions League.

The search for a new manager has already begun, with Roberto De Zerbi emerging as a leading candidate.

De Zerbi is currently the manager of Brighton & Hove Albion F.C and is highly regarded in the world of football.

He is seen as a viable alternative to Ten Hag and is known for his attacking style of play.

Manchester United fans will be hoping that the appointment of a new manager will bring about a change in fortunes for the team, as they look to compete for major honors once again.