Premier League referee David Coote sacked after Jurgen Klopp video rant

Coote, 42, was suspended final month after the video emerged on social media by which he branded Klopp “smug” and used offensive language.

“Following the conclusion of an intensive investigation into David Coote’s conduct, his employment with PGMOL (Skilled Sport Match Officers Restricted) has been terminated at the moment with quick impact,” the PGMOL mentioned in a press release.

“David Coote’s actions had been discovered to be in critical breach of the provisions of his employment contract, together with his place deemed untenable.

“Supporting David Coote continues to be necessary to us and we stay dedicated to his welfare.”

The video appeared to consult with a match that Coote officiated between Liverpool and Burnley in July 2020, which completed 1-1.

Klopp criticised Coote after the match, saying the referee had been too lenient in his remedy of Burnley challenges.

Coote can also be the topic of UEFA disciplinary proceedings after a video emerged of him allegedly snorting a white powder throughout Euro 2024.

The Soccer Affiliation is investigating additional allegations Coote mentioned betting on giving a yellow card with a fan earlier than a match in England’s second-tier Championship.

His remaining Premier League recreation was Liverpool’s 2-0 win towards Aston Villa on November 9.