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Source: Independent Football

FIFA Addresses Referee Shaun Evans' 'OK' Gesture During World Cup Match

FIFA has addressed accusations surrounding VAR official Shaun Evans after he made an "OK" symbol during the official broadcast of Germany's opening game against Curaçao on Sunday. Evans maintains the gesture was an "involuntary, subconscious twitch," amid suggestions linking the symbol to white supremacy.

By Fainaron·Jun 16, 2026 (an hour ago)·1 views
FIFA Addresses Referee Shaun Evans' 'OK' Gesture During World Cup Match

Football's governing body, FIFA, has responded to accusations made against VAR official Shaun Evans. The allegations arose after Evans was seen making an "OK" symbol during the live broadcast of Germany's World Cup opening match against Curaçao on Sunday.

The gesture prompted suggestions of links to white supremacy, leading to scrutiny of the incident.

In response to the controversy, Shaun Evans stated that the "OK" symbol was an "involuntary, subconscious twitch." This explanation was offered by Evans as he addressed the viral moment.

(Source: Independent Football)

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