David Coote admitted that they turned to drugs as a result of fear to go out as a Gay as the Premier League in his first interview, because he was fired by professional match officers, limited (PGMOL).
Coote was released in December after “serious violation of the provisions of his employment contract, with his position was considered unsustainable.”
He followed the investigation of videos, which remained unversed, which appeared to show derogatory comments on Liverpool and their former Jurgen Klopp manager. He saw widespread on social networks in November.
The investigation of PGMOL also included another video that appeared in November, which appears to show the wheel allegedly snapping the white powder, allegedly during the euro 2024 where he was one of the assistant vars for the tournament. The administrative body for the European Football UEFA appointed an ethical researcher to look into the matter.
Coote rejected an allegation He was discussed about giving a yellow card before the Leeds match against the western top in October 2019. years. Fa explores the allegation.
In an interview with Sun Published on Monday night, Coote, 42, he said, “I felt a deep sense of shame during my teenager years.
“I didn't get out to my parents until I was 21. I didn't go out in my friends until I was 25 years old.
“My sexuality is not the only reason I brought to be in that position. But I'm not telling an authentic story if I don't say I'm gay, and I had the right battles that deal with hiding it.
“I hid my emotions like a young ref and I hid my sexuality – good quality as a judge, but awesome quality as a human being.
“And that led me to the entire course of conduct.”
He added, “I had problems around me – and that refers to my sexuality. I'm gay and I fought with a sense of proud to be proud of being” I “for a long period of time.
“I received deep unpleasant abuse during his career as a ref and add my sexuality to that would be really difficult.”
Sky Sports News The statement with COOTO has also been given.
He read, “This is one of the most difficult periods of my life. I take full responsibility for my actions, which fell below what was expected from me.
“I'm really sorry for any offense caused by my actions and for a negative reflector he put on the game I love.
“I hope people understand that they were private moments recorded during very low times in my life. They don't reflect who I am today or what I think.
“My focus is now continuing my mental health and well-being priority. I hope my experiences, both on the field, and outside it can be used in football at some point in the future.
“Finally, I want to thank everyone who recently supported me, especially my family, friends, former colleagues, PGMOL and Howard Webb and countless people across football.
“Special gratitude and many strangers who reached in the words of encouragement and support, I appreciated it more than they can express properly.”
Sky Sports News approached PGMOL for comment in response to the interview for Coot with Sun and statement.
Time line: What led to COOTO cancellation by PGMOL …
Saturday, November 9 2024: Coote Sura Liverpool 2-0 Aston Villa.
Monday 11. November: Unclarged video Coote making derogatory comments on Liverpool and their ex-manager Jurgen Klopp circulates on social media.
Monday 11. November: PGMOL suspends Coot and launched an investigation.
Tuesday 12 November: The Fa begins with your own investigations Coote video.
Tuesday 12 November: The Chief Howard Webb trial officer says MCO officials Sky Sports' that PGMOL takes the “very serious” incident.
Thursday 14. November: PGMOL is aware of a new video that appear to show a coote that snores the white powder while working on Euro 2024.
Wednesday 27. November: Fa Investigations Coots discussed giving a yellow card before the game as reported Sun. Coote Matirs allegations.
Monday 9. December: Coot fired by PGMOL.