Shaun Evans returns to VAR duties for New Zealand vs Egypt match

Shaun Evans will return to duty as a video assistant referee during New Zealand's Group G match against Egypt on Sunday in Vancouver. This event marks Evans’ first assignment since a FIFA investigation cleared him of making an inappropriate hand gesture earlier in the tournament. The gesture, captured on camera during Germany's match against Curacao, was interpreted by some as linked to white supremacy. Evans stated it was an involuntary movement, and FIFA found no evidence of any wrongdoing. Following the controversy, FIFA adjusted its presentation of VAR officials in subsequent matches.

• 3:58 PMBBC Sport — VAR official who made hand gesture returns to duty