France lose appeal against Olise’s yellow card in Paraguay World Cup clash
Summary
France’s appeal to remove a yellow card shown to Michael Olise in their World Cup last-16 match against Paraguay was rejected by FIFA. Olise’s caution means he risks suspension if he receives another yellow card in the upcoming quarterfinal against Morocco.Key Facts
- France coach Didier Deschamps said FIFA upheld the yellow card given to Michael Olise in the match against Paraguay.
- Olise was booked after a late altercation with Paraguayan player Matias Galarza, though replays showed little contact.
- The yellow card puts Olise at risk of missing the semifinal if he is cautioned again in the quarterfinal.
- Other French players, Bradley Barcola and Manu Kone, are also at risk of suspension due to previous bookings.
- Midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is recovering from a thigh injury but may join training soon.
- An Argentinian referee, Facundo Tello, will officiate France’s quarterfinal against Morocco.
- Deschamps, who has been France’s coach for 14 years and led them to the 2018 World Cup win, will step down after the tournament.
- Deschamps emphasized focusing on the game and not on refereeing controversies or his departure.
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