Scandal in Football: Premier League Referee David Coote Dismissed
Premier League referee David Coote has been sacked following a series of controversies, including a leaked video where he appeared to snort a white substance and make offensive comments about Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp.
The incident occurred in July during the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, where Coote was serving as a Video Assistant Referee (VAR).
The footage, reportedly taken in a UEFA-funded hotel room, also revealed derogatory remarks about Klopp, which are being investigated by the FA for potentially breaching rules regarding discriminatory language.
Both UEFA and the Premier League’s refereeing body, PGMOL, acted swiftly. UEFA suspended Coote indefinitely, while PGMOL stated his actions made his position “untenable,” leading to his dismissal after further review.