officiating standards

Former ref claims Hooper right not to give Gakpo penalty

Hackett Backs Hooper Over Gakpo Penalty Controversy Former refereeing chief Keith Hackett has supported Simon Hooper’s decision to deny Liverpool a first-half penalty during their defeat at Brentford, insisting there was “no clear evidence” of contact involving Cody Gakpo. The moment arrived at a critical point in the match, as Liverpool sought a response to Brentford’s...

Report: Another Investigation Launched on ‘Arrogant’ David Coote After Liverpool Rant

FA Investigates Alleged Comments by Referee David Coote on Jurgen Klopp The FA has commenced an official investigation into a circulating video allegedly showing Premier League referee David Coote making derogatory remarks about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The footage, which appeared on social media, reportedly captures Coote referencing Klopp in unfavourable terms, raising concerns...