Archive · 17 Jun 2025
David Coote Charged by FA Over Jurgen Klopp Abuse
A former soccer referee named David Coote is in trouble.
He made some mean comments about Jurgen Klopp, who used to coach Liverpool.
A video of these comments was shared online.
The Football Association (FA) is now charging Coote because of what he said.
This is not the first time Coote has faced consequences; he was already suspended by UEFA and his contract was suspended.
Coote says he did nothing wrong and always made fair calls during games.
He claims he has always followed the rules.
Former Premier League referee David Coote has been charged by the FA.
The charges stem from derogatory comments about ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp in a leaked video.
The video referenced a match between Liverpool and Burnley in July 2020.
Coote was previously suspended by UEFA and the PGMOL.
Coote denies the allegations, stating he upheld the integrity of the game.
- Who
- David Coote, former Premier League referee; Jurgen Klopp, ex-Liverpool manager.
- What
- David Coote has been charged by the FA for comments about Jurgen Klopp.
- When
- June 17, 2025 (First Published Date)
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Coote made derogatory comments in a leaked video.
David Coote's Stance
FA's Stance
Integrity
David Coote's Stance
Maintains the integrity of the game and impartiality in refereeing.
FA's Stance
N/A
- Charged By
- Football Association (FA)
- Defendant
- David Coote
- Offense
- Derogatory comments
- Target
- Jurgen Klopp
- Previous Sanctions
- UEFA suspension, PGMOL contract suspension
- Match Referenced
- Liverpool vs. Burnley, July 2020