Former Premier League referee David Coote has revealed that years of hiding his sexuality and struggling with shame contributed to the behaviour that ended his officiating career. Speaking publicly ...

Coote was initially suspended last October after footage emerged of him mocking ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.

Former Premier League referee David Coote has insisted that his drug use had no bearing on his on-pitch decisions.

Their framing of the story undoubtedly does Coote no favours. Given his penchant for questionable decision-making, he probably can’t see that. Ultimately, Coote’s sexuality has nothing to do with why ...

In a courageous and emotional interview, former referee David Coote has come out as gay, sharing his struggles with hiding his true identity and battling addiction. Coote, who officiated in the ...

Former Premier League referee David Coote has said that he hid his sexuality during his career over fears of potential abuse ...

David Coote “deserves” to have a continued role in English football, the chairman of the Referees’ Association has said.

Disgraced former Premier League referee David Coote says he hid his sexuality over fears of the abuse he would receive for ...

Ex-Premier League referee issues apology after he was sacked over footage of X-rated rant directed at former Liverpool ...

Sacked referee David Coote apologises for 'cocaine video' and comes out as gay - The referee detailed the abuse and death ...