UEFA opens investigation into ref’s conduct

UEFA has opened an investigation into the conduct of referee David Coote after The Solar printed a video that allegedly confirmed him snorting a white powder.

The Solar claimed the video was taken throughout Euro 2024 at a UEFA-appointed lodge the day earlier than he labored as a help to the VAR for the Portugal versus France quarterfinal.

A UEFA assertion learn: “A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to judge a possible violation of the UEFA Disciplinary Rules by the referee, Mr. David Coote. Additional info relating to this matter will probably be made out there sooner or later.”

Yesterday’s claims regarding Coote’s conduct got here two days after he was stood down by referring physique the PGMOL after one other video emerged on X that appeared to indicate the official making disparaging remarks about Liverpool and their former boss Jurgen Klopp.

On Monday, UEFA stood Coote down from this week’s Nations League fixtures.

Following the publishing of the second video, the PGMOL launched one other assertion wherein they dedicated to offering help for Coote.

It learn: “We conscious of the allegations and are taking them very critically. David Coote stays suspended pending a full investigation. David’s welfare continues to be of utmost significance to us and we’re dedicated to offering him with the continuing obligatory help he wants by this era. We’re not able to remark additional at this stage.”