Sacked referee Coote banned by FA over Klopp comments

Former Premier League referee David Coote receives an eight-week suspension from the Football Association for derogatory comments about ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp on social media in July 2020. Coote's remarks about Klopp's nationality led to an "aggravated breach" of rules, resulting in the sanction and a mandatory education program. The FA noted Coote's remorse and acknowledgment of his inappropriate comments, stating he expressed deep regret for the incident, which also led to his dismissal from the Premier League in December 2024.