France lose appeal against Olise booking at World Cup

France's bid to win the World Cup is facing a potential setback as Michael Olise risks suspension after a yellow card appeal was rejected. Coach Didier Deschamps confirmed FIFA's decision on Wednesday, stating the booking stands.

Olise, a standout player in the tournament, was cautioned in the final minutes of a heated match against Paraguay. The incident involved a confrontation with Matias Galarza, where Olise appeared to make a gesture while Galarza fell to the ground. Replays suggested minimal contact between the players.

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The yellow card has not changed. We were notified by FIFA this morning, it has been maintained.

The yellow card means Olise is now on a tightrope. If he is booked again in the quarter-final against Morocco, he will miss a potential semi-final. Teammates Bradley Barcola and Manu Kone also face suspension after receiving yellow cards in the same match.

Meanwhile, midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is recovering from a thigh injury that kept him out of the Paraguay game. Deschamps expressed optimism about Tchouameni's recovery, indicating he might participate in training.

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Aurelien is doing better. I can’t say more than that. He will maybe take part in training today but I will need to see. The others are all available.