FIFA has cleared Australian video assistant referee Shaun Evans of any misconduct after a hand gesture he made during a World Cup match sparked controversy.The Fare network had called for his removal after interpreting the sign as a white power symbol, but Evans explained it was an involuntary twitch while holding a pen.An independent disciplinary committee reviewed the incident and found no evidence that the official violated the governing body's code of conduct.The investigation has been officially closed without any sanctions, allowing the referee to continue his role at the international tournament.