EPL Referee Referee Referee Referee's Statement on Drug Suspicion"A thorough fact-finding. Recognize the situation seriously"
Nov 22, 2024
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According to British media such as the BBC on the 22nd (Korea time), PGMOL issued a statement on the same day saying that "the continued well-being and welfare of the judges is very important" and is taking referee David Coote's allegations of drug use seriously. be conducting a full and thorough investigation" he said.
Judge Coote has caused various controversies in the English Premier League (EPL) this season. He was recently suspended after a video of insulting remarks against manager Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool was circulated on social media.
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The UEFA launched its own investigation and suspended the qualification of the Coute referee. Eventually, PGMOL also recognized the seriousness of the situation and promised a thorough investigation and follow-up process through a statement.
Coote, who has been the whistleblower in the EPL since 2018, has been the subject of frequent mouth-to-mouth criticism this season due to controversy over biased judgment and a coercive attitude toward players.
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