UEFA and FIFA have won legal support for their handling of controversial plans for a breakaway European Super League.
The EU’s Court of Justice says the decision by football’s governing bodies to block the new competition was compatible with law.
12 teams threatened to separate from their domestic leagues last year - but made a u-turn after a fierce backlash from fans.
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France are one game away from retaining the World Cup title.
They accounted for Morocco in last night's semi-final thanks to a 2-nil win - and will face Argentina in Sunday's final.
Former Ireland international Damien Delaney believes Antoine Griezmann has been central to France's progress in Qatar.
French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris was full of praise for Morocco after last night's match.
France will play Argentina on Sunday as they attempt to become the first country since Brazil in 1962 to retain the World Cup.