France's Olise Faces Suspension Risk After Card Appeal Loss
France's appeal regarding Michael Olise's yellow card, awarded during their Round of 16 victory against Paraguay, has been rejected by FIFA. The Crystal Palace forward received the caution for a slight offensive gesture towards Paraguayan midfielder Matias Galarza, which FIFA upheld, maintaining the referee's decision.
Consequently, Olise is at risk of missing the quarter-final match against Morocco scheduled for Thursday. If he receives another yellow card in that match, he would be suspended for the subsequent semi-final against either Spain or Belgium.
France's manager, Didier Deschamps, confirmed that Olise's caution remains in effect. Additionally, Deschamps noted that midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni is absent due to a thigh issue but is expected to train and be assessed for availability.
The French team is preparing to advance past Morocco to reach the last four of the World Cup.
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