FIFA Clears VAR Official
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FIFA has closed its investigation into VAR official Shaun Evans, who faced accusations of making a white supremacist gesture. Evans denied the allegations, stating the hand movement was involuntary, and FIFA found no evidence of violation.
FIFA closes VAR official's 'Nazi gesture' probe
- FIFA has closed its investigation into VAR official Shaun Evans, who was accused of making a gesture associated with white supremacy during a World Cup match. - The gesture, an "OK" sign with three fingers down, was misinterpreted by some as a "White Power" symbol. - FIFA concluded there was no breach of its disciplinary code, and Evans denied any extremist intent.
Australian referee denies white supremacist gesture, FIFA dismisses sanction
- Australian referee Shaun Evans denied making a white supremacist gesture during a World Cup broadcast, stating the hand movement was involuntary. - FIFA's independent disciplinary committee found no…
FIFA Clears VAR Referee Evans of Racist Gesture Allegations
- FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared VAR referee Shaun Evans of making a white supremacist gesture. - An investigation found no evidence of violations of FIFA's disciplinary code. - Evans stated he…
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FIFA clears referee Evans after white supremacist gesture accusation
- Australian referee Shaun Evans denied making a white supremacist gesture during a World Cup 2026 match. - Evans stated the hand gesture was an unconscious movement while holding a pen. - FIFA conclu…
FIFA partner calls for Australian ref to be sacked over hand gesture
- FIFA's discrimination monitor Fare has called for Australian official Shaun Evans to be removed from the World Cup. - Evans appeared to make an "OK" hand gesture, which can be interpreted as a white…
FIFA Clears Australian Referee Accused of Supremacist Gesture
- FIFA has cleared Australian assistant referee Shaun Evans of making a supremacist gesture during a World Cup match. - Evans claimed the gesture, captured on camera, was an involuntary tic and not in…
