FIFA Investigates Referee's Hand Gesture During Germany vs. Curacao Match
Referee Shaun Evans made an upside-down 'OK' gesture during Germany's match against Curacao in the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA investigated the gesture and found no evidence of breaches of the FIFA Disciplinary Code. Evans stated he was unaware of making the movement and described it as an involuntary, subconscious twitch. The gesture has two distinct meanings — one harmless and the other claimed by
Referee Shaun Evans made an upside-down 'OK' gesture during Germany's match against Curacao in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The incident was immediately subject to a huge amount of speculation on social media. The gesture has two distinct meanings — one harmless and the other claimed by critics to be linked to white supremacist groups. FIFA investigated the gesture and found no evidence of breaches of the FIFA Disciplinary Code. Evans stated he was unaware of making the movement and described it as an involuntary, subconscious twitch. The Fare Network demanded the removal of Shaun Evans following the gesture. FIFA has yet to comment on the incident.
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