Paris: Brazilian star Neymar will miss three Champions League matches next season, UEFA confirmed Wednesday, as punishment for insulting a referee following Paris Saint-Germain's collapse against Manchester United. UEFA first imposed the ban in April before PSG contested the decision, but a final decision was delivered on Wednesday.

"The appeal lodged by PSG is rejected. Consequently, the UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body's decision of April 25 is confirmed," UEFA said. The world's most expensive footballer was ruled out of the match with an injury.