French Federation Asks FIFA to Rescind Michael Olise’s World Cup Yellow Card

The French Football Federation has lodged an official appeal with FIFA to have the yellow card shown to Michael Olise overturned, according to French media. Olise was cautioned in the seventh minute of second-half stoppage time during France’s 1-0 Round of 16 win over Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup. The incident involved a confrontation with Paraguay’s Matías Galarza. French officials argue the referee’s decision was overly harsh and are hopeful the governing body will review the footage and cancel the booking.