Hosts Canada have refused to enter talks over reviewing the controversial use of artificial pitches at next year's Women's World Cup. A human rights tribunal has suggested mediation in the row after refusing to fast-track a legal action brought by top players.

But the Canada Soccer Association (CSA), which is being sued for alleged sex discrimination along with football's governing body Fifa, says it is not prepared to enter into negotiations.

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