India, June 15 -- The FIFA World Cup has already produced plenty of headlines, with every match bringing a fresh talking point. Germany made an emphatic start to their campaign in Houston, cruising to a 7-1 victory over tournament newcomers Curacao in Group E. The result marked Germany's first winning opener at a World Cup since their title-winning run in 2014, giving them an ideal start on the global stage.

However, attention soon shifted away from the action on the pitch. Assistant VAR official Shaun Evans has come under scrutiny after being accused of making an alleged far-right hand gesture before Germany's win over Curacao. In response to the controversy, FIFA has opened an investigation into the incident, with the governing body no...