FIFA has cleared an Australian referee of any wrongdoing after he was accused of making a hate symbol on broadcast television during a World Cup game over the weekend. FIFA’s anti-discrimination monitor claimed video review official Shaun Evans intentionally flashed an “OK” sign with his right hand in front of his right leg during the […]
FIFA clears World Cup referee accused of making hate symbol
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