Disgraced former Premier League referee David Coote says a lifelong struggle to hide his sexuality contributed to “shameful” decisions which led to his sacking last year. Coote was in October ...

The Athletic travels to Spain to spend pre-season with top-flight referees as part of a special feature podcast episode ...

Ex-Premier League referee David Coote has been handed a new ban, and it’s been claimed that he has made a “reverse impact on the LGBTQ+ community”. Coote found himself in hot water at the ...

Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg has revealed his opinion of Jurgen Klopp and discussed the situation that led ...

FILE - Referee David Coote reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton and Brentford, at White Hart Lane Stadium in London, England, Wednesday, Jan ...

Referee David Coote reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton and Brentford, at White Hart Lane Stadium in London, England, Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024.

David Coote on receiving abuse "Every official that takes to the pitch up and down the country from a local playing field to the Premier League is a human being, not just a referee.

English referee David Coote has been banned by UEFA until June 30, 2026, European soccer’s governing body says AP Feb 28, 2025 Feb 28, 2025Updated Feb 28, 2025 0 ...

NYON, Switzerland (AP) — English referee David Coote has been banned by UEFA until June 30, 2026, European soccer's governing body said Friday.