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Axed PL ref Coote: Drug use didn't affect decisons

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

ESPN - 1h

Breaking down macho cultures? No, the Sun is simply monetising David Coote’s distress | Barney Ronay

The newspaper’s presentation of their interview with the referee undeniably brings in clicks. But who else does it help?. “I didn’t want to stand out from the crowd. I didn’t want to draw attention ...

The Guardian - 1d

Ex-Prem ref Coote sorry for actions leading to sack

Former Premier League referee David Coote apologised for the actions that led to his sacking last month by England referees' body PGMOL, saying that the pressure of the job and fear of abuse due to ...

ESPN - 2d

Referees’ chief believes David Coote still ‘deserves’ role in English football

RA chair insists sacked Coote ‘has so much to offer’ Former referee remains highly regarded in Europe David Coote “deserves” to have a continued role in English football, the chair of the ...

The Guardian - 2d

I understand why Coote hid his sexuality - Owens

The ex-rugby referee says homophobia remains a problem in all sport.

BBC News - 2d

Sacked referee David Coote reveals struggles with his sexuality led to ‘really poor choices’

Coote said he was gay in first interview since dismissal ‘I hid my emotions as a young ref and my sexuality as well’ David Coote, the disgraced Premier League referee, has said struggles with ...