FIFA Clears Referee in World Cup 2026 Gesture Controversy

FIFA has officially cleared a referee of allegations that he made a white supremacist gesture during a World Cup 2026 qualifier. The governing body's investigation concluded there was no evidence of intentional wrongdoing, citing the gesture as misinterpreted in the heat of the moment. The incident, which sparked widespread outrage among fans and players, occurred during a high-stakes fixture. Scrutiny of the referee's lineup and post-match actions failed to uncover any malicious intent. FIFA's...