Although the sex-related charges were dismissed, the Dutch referee was disqualified from the World Cup

According to the German News Agency, the decision came despite the fact that the investigation was terminated due to suspicions that the judge was involved… A case of sexual assault.

DeBrink, 38, had to work in the tournament, which will take place US Canada and Mexico next month as assistant referees in VAR.

According to media reports, DeBrinck was accused of sexually assaulting a teenager in London and was arrested.

However, the police investigation was stopped due to insufficient evidence, according to reports.

The Dutch newspaper “De Telegraaf” quoted DeBrink as saying he was innocent.

“It really saddens me that they lied to me,” the judge said, adding that it was a shame that he had to make a decision. FIFA Don’t use him in the World Cup.