Ex-Prem ref Coote sorry for actions leading to sack Former Premier League referee David Coote apologised for the actions that led to his sacking last month by England referees’ body PGMOL, saying that the pressure of the job and fear of abuse due to his sexuality triggered his behaviour.

Prem referee Coote sacked after ‘serious breach’ Premier League referee David Coote has been sacked, PGMOL announced on Monday, citing a “serious breach” of his contract.

David Coote faces new FA probe over betting claim The English Football Association (FA) has launched an investigation into allegations suspended referee David Coote discussed handing out a yellow card before a match.

New video puts ref Coote under fresh scrutiny PGMOL, the refereeing body for English football, has confirmed that it is aware of a new video published by The Sun in which suspended Premier League referee David Coote is allegedly seen snorting a white powder.