Former Premier League referee David Coote has insisted that his drug use had no bearing on his on-pitch decisions.

Liverpool ended the league phase of the Champions League top of the table and is the favourite in the odds to lift the trophy.

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a swap deal that would see Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku move to Old Trafford, but the Frenchman has divided opinion between Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola

Carlos Mac Allister watched on as his son Kevin started in central defence for USG, whilst his other son Alexis replaced Wataru Endo at halftime. For a total of 40 minutes, two of his four children shared the same pitch.

Klopp's attendance at Sao Paulo's Allianz Parque gained plenty of attention and he was even the subject of conversation in Palmeiras boss Abel Ferreira's post-game press conference.

Forward Cody Gakpo knew early on that Liverpool would thrive under head coach Arne Slot. The Reds lead the Premier League by six points and have progressed in the Champions League, Carabao Cup, and FA Cup. Gakpo 's excitement for the 2024-25 season was cemented after a 3-0 win at Manchester United in September.

Former Premier League ref David Coote could make a shock return to football – but not with a whistle in hand. His pals reckon he’d be perfect as a VAR instructor or pundit after his brutal dismissal from officiating.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot believes the similarities between his own playing style and that of Jurgen Klopp have helped to make his transition to English football a seamless one.

On the latest episode of The Football Reporters podcast, Mark Ogden, Rob Dawson and Beth Lindop discuss how Liverpool moved on from Jürgen Klopp and landed upon Arne Slot.

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Under the former Feyenoord manager the Reds have ascended to the top of the Premier League and look on course to capture a coveted record-equalling 20th English top-flight title.

Former Premier League referee David Coote has apologised for the actions that led to his sacking last month by English football's referees' body PGMOL, saying that the pressure of the job and fear of abuse due to his sexuality triggered his behaviour.