David Coote, a former Premier League referee, has faced repercussions for derogatory comments about ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp after a leaked video circulated online. Following these revelations, Coote was suspended on November 11, 2024, and subsequently sacked by the Premier League referees' body in December after an investigation confirmed the misconduct. The Football Association has charged him under rule E3.1, highlighting the improper nature of his comments, particularly an aggravated remark concerning Klopp's nationality. Despite these allegations, Coote was exonerated from claims related to gambling misconduct before matches.
Former Premier League referee David Coote was charged by the FA for derogatory comments about Jurgen Klopp, resulting in his suspension and subsequent dismissal.
The charge relates to rule E3.1, which addresses improper conduct and abusive language, with Coote's reference to Klopp's nationality identified as an aggravated breach.
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