PGMOL SACKS PREMIER LEAGUE REFEREE DAVID COOTE

In a shocking move, the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) has terminated the contract of Premier League referee David Coote with immediate effect. This decision comes after a thorough investigation into Coote’s conduct, which was found to be in serious breach of his employment contract.

INVESTIGATION AND TERMINATION

The investigation was sparked by a leaked video that surfaced on social media, showing Coote making derogatory comments about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. In the video, Coote uses offensive language to describe Klopp, which led to widespread criticism and calls for his dismissal.

PGMOL took swift action, launching an investigation into Coote’s conduct. After reviewing the evidence, PGMOL decided to terminate Coote’s contract, citing a serious breach of his employment contract.

COOTE’S HISTORY AS A REFEREE

Coote, who has been a Premier League referee since 2018, has refereed several high-profile matches, including the 2023 League Cup final. However, his actions have been deemed unacceptable by PGMOL, leading to his termination.

REACTION FROM PGMOL

PGMOL’s Chief Executive, Mike Riley, released a statement regarding Coote’s termination: “PGMOL expects the highest standards of behavior from our match officials, both on and off the pitch. David Coote’s actions were unacceptable and fell far short of those standards. We have taken swift and decisive action to terminate his contract.”

REACTION FROM THE FOOTBALL COMMUNITY

The football community has reacted with shock and disappointment to Coote’s termination. Many have praised PGMOL’s swift action, saying that it sends a strong message about the importance of maintaining high standards of behavior.

Former Premier League referee, Mark Halsey, tweeted: “The right decision has been made. Referees must maintain the highest standards of behavior, and David Coote fell short of those standards.”

CONSEQUENCES FOR COOTE

Coote’s termination from PGMOL has significant consequences for his career as a referee. He will no longer be able to officiate in the Premier League or any other competitions governed by PGMOL.

Furthermore, the FA is conducting a separate investigation into Coote’s comments, which could potentially lead to further sanctions.

CONCLUSION

The termination of David Coote’s contract by PGMOL sends a strong message about the importance of maintaining high standards of behavior in football. Coote’s actions were unacceptable, and PGMOL’s swift action has been widely praised. As the football community moves forward, it is clear that there will be no tolerance for behavior that falls short of the highest standards.