Premier League Referee David Coote Fired After Investigations Into His Conduct

• Premier League referee David Coote has been fired by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL)
• This comes after he was suspended after a video emerged showing him making derogatory comments about Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp
• Premier League referees have come under heavy scrutiny in the last few years for questionable officiating

Referee David Coote has been fired by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) following investigations into his conduct.

The 42-year-old was suspended earlier last month after a video allegedly showing him making derogatory comments about Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp emerged.

Days later, a photo allegedly showing him sniffing white powder emerged on social media, putting his career in a precarious position.

David Coote fired

The experienced referee was also being investigated for allegedly discussing giving a yellow card to a player in 2019, per Sky Sports. Coote has a right to appeal his dismissal.

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"David Coote’s actions were found to be in serious breach of the provisions of his employment contract, with his position deemed untenable," PGMOL said in a statement

An important aspect of the statement said they will continue offering their support to the referee.

Coote first coached in the Premier League in April 2018 and was promoted to the top level. He refereed the 2023 Carabao Cup final, and his last Premier League game was Liverpool's 2-0 win over Aston Villa.

Coote faces scrutiny for alleged Klopp comments

Briefly News earlier reported that a video surfaced allegedly showing Premier League referee David Coote making offensive remarks about Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp. In the clip, Coote purportedly refers to Klopp as a "German c*nt" and "arrogant," accusing him of dishonesty following Liverpool's 2020 match against Burnley.

The controversial video reportedly recorded years ago, has sparked discussions about professionalism within officiating circles. The fallout from the revelations could have serious implications for Coote's career and his relationship with key figures in football management.

Source: TUKO.co.ke