European soccer governing body said they have opened an investigation to find out what referee David Coote was caught on camera sniffing during the 2024 Euros.
The Premier League referee who is under fire for making derogatory remarks about Liverpool and their former coach Jurgen Klopp has now been suspended.
A video, which was published by the UK Sun Newspaper appears to show Coote, 42, snorting a white powder, during the Euro 2024 where he was officiating.
A statement read: “A UEFA ethics and disciplinary inspector has been appointed to evaluate a potential violation of the UEFA disciplinary regulations by the referee Mr David Coote.
“Further information regarding this matter will be made available in due course.”
On Monday Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), suspended Coote pending a full investigation after a video showed making unsavory remarks against Klopp.
Coote’s comments about Klopp are also being investigated by the Football Association.
