Summary
Former Premier League referee David Coote has pleaded not guilty to a charge involving an indecent image of a child at a court in England. The charge followed police recovery of a related video in February. Coote received conditional bail and will appear in court again on October 9.
Key Facts
- David Coote is a former Premier League referee.
- He is accused of making an indecent image of a child.
- Coote entered a not guilty plea at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court.
- Police found a video related to the charge in February.
- Coote was granted conditional bail and must return to court on October 9.
- He was fired from refereeing in December after a video showed him making derogatory remarks.
- Coote was banned by UEFA from officiating until June 2026 due to a separate video.
- Coote publicly identified as gay in January, stating this had influenced past decisions.
