Iranian fans watch the World Cup in Tehran despite early hours and political tensions. Saudi Arabia surprises Uruguay with a 1-1 draw, while referee Shaun Evans faces scrutiny over a controversial hand gesture.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared Australian video review official Shaun Evans of wrongdoing after investigating a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol. The committee found no evidence of a breach of code, accepting Evans' explanation of an unintentional, subconscious twitch.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared Australian video review official Shaun Evans of wrongdoing after investigating a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol during Germany's World Cup match. Evans stated the gesture was an unintentional, subconscious twitch.
15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is under scrutiny after a post-match physical altercation with a Sri Lanka A player following India's Super Over defeat. The incident could lead to sanctions under the ICC Code of Conduct.
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee found no evidence that referee Shaun Evans breached the code of conduct after being accused of making a white supremacist hand gesture. Evans stated the gesture was an involuntary twitch.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared VAR official Shaun Evans after he was accused of making a hand gesture associated with white supremacists. Evans stated he was unaware of the gesture's meaning and it was an involuntary twitch.
Fifa's disciplinary committee has cleared World Cup VAR official Shaun Evans after he was accused of making a hand gesture associated with white supremacists. Evans stated he was unaware of the gesture's meaning and it was an involuntary twitch.
FIFA has cleared VAR official Shaun Evans after an investigation into a hand gesture made during Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao. Evans stated it was an "involuntary, subconscious twitch" and not a deliberate message.
Australian referee Shaun Evans, accused of making a 'white power' hand gesture at the World Cup, stated it was an "involuntary, subconscious twitch." FIFA's disciplinary committee found no evidence of misconduct, despite calls from the Fare network for his removal.
Australian referee Shaun Evans has denied making a "white power" hand gesture at the World Cup, calling it an "involuntary, subconscious twitch." The Fare network, FIFA's discrimination monitor, called for his removal, citing the gesture's association with far-right circles.
FIFA's discrimination monitor, Fare, has called for the removal of Australian video review official Shaun Evans from the World Cup. Evans made a gesture resembling a white supremacist sign during Germany's opening game broadcast.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed. Locals discuss the impact of a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed, and locals react to a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
FIFA, 2026 Dünya Kupası'nda görevli VAR hakemi Shaun Evans'ın beyaz üstünlükçü sembolüyle ilişkilendirilen bir el hareketi yapması üzerine eleştirilerin odağında. İnsan hakları örgütü Fare Network, Evans'ın görevden alınmasını talep etti.
Fifa is investigating a hand gesture made by VAR official Shaun Evans before Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao. Evans made an upside-down 'OK' sign, which can be associated with white supremacy, leading to social media speculation. Fifa has not officially commented but is seeking answers from Evans.
A FIFA discrimination monitor has called for a VAR official to be removed from the World Cup after he made a gesture resembling a white supremacist sign during Germany's opening game. The "OK" symbol, when inverted, has been designated a hate symbol by the ADL.
VAR referee Shaun Evans is accused of making a white supremacist gesture during Germany's match against Curacao at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston. Anti-discrimination body Fare Network urged FIFA to remove Evans, calling the gesture an intentional transmission of a neo-Nazi symbol.
FIFA will pay the full salary to Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the US for the 2026 World Cup. Artan, selected as African Referee of the Year in 2025, was barred from entering the US despite having a valid visa and diplomatic passport.
French referee Clement Turpin, once criticized as "Grade E" by Thomas Tuchel, will officiate England's World Cup opener against Croatia. Turpin has a history of strict officiating, including showing Tuchel a red card and a controversial incident with Jude Bellingham.
Somali referee Omar Artan will receive his full World Cup remuneration despite being denied entry into the United States. Artan was deemed "inadmissible due to vetting concerns" at Miami International Airport, preventing him from officiating at the tournament.
Somali referee Omar Artan, denied entry to the US for the World Cup due to "vetting concerns," will still receive his full tournament fee. FIFA stated it is not involved in immigration processes, and the host government determines entry.
Referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the US at Miami International Airport after 11 hours of interrogation. US officials suspect him of "association with suspected members of terror organisations." FIFA assisted Artan, who was put on a plane to Somalia, and reportedly committed to paying his salary.
Referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the US at Miami International Airport after an 11-hour interrogation. US officials suspect him of "associated with suspected members of terror organisations." FIFA assisted Artan, reportedly paying his salary, after he was put on a plane to Somalia. Despite the setback, Artan, the 2025 CAF men's referee of the year, vows to officiate at the 2030 World Cup.
Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the US for the World Cup after an 11-hour interrogation regarding alleged terror group associations. Despite being sent back to Somalia, FIFA has committed to paying his full tournament fee.
