PGMOL David Coote
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PGMOL released a statement confirming that David Coote has been sacked following the conclusion of their investigation of the Premier League match official.
Last month, footage emerged on social media showing what appeared to be Coote allegedly aiming derogatory remarks at Liverpool and former manager Jurgen Klopp.
Shortly after the video was shared online, The Professional Game Match Officials (PGMOL) released a statement on the matter, saying:
“David Coote has been suspended with immediate effect pending a full investigation.”
The PGMOL has confirmed that the investigation has now been concluded, and that Mr Coote’s employment with PGMOL has been terminated today with immediate effect.
In a statement posted on their X account, the professional body said this:
“Following the conclusion of a thorough investigation into David Coote’s conduct, his employment with PGMOL has been terminated today with immediate effect.
“David Coote’s actions were found to be in serious breach of the provisions of his employment contract, with his position deemed untenable.
“Supporting David Coote continues to be important to us, and we remain committed to his welfare.
“David Coote has a right to appeal the decision to terminate his employment.”
𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗲
Following the conclusion of a thorough investigation into David Coote’s conduct, his employment with PGMOL has been terminated today with immediate effect.
David Coote’s actions were found to be in serious breach of the provisions of…
— PGMOL (@FA_PGMOL) December 9, 2024
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