FIFA has cleared Australian VAR official Shaun Evans after a hand gesture shown during the World Cup broadcast of Germany vs Curacao sparked immediate controversy.
The incident happened before Germany’s 7-1 win, when the global feed briefly cut to the VAR hub in Dallas and showed Evans with his right hand near his leg.
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The shape of his fingers was quickly discussed online because it resembled an upside-down OK sign, a gesture with both harmless and extremist associations depending on context.
Evans has now issued a statement, while FIFA has confirmed he will face no disciplinary action.
Shaun Evans cleared
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