The introduction of goal-line technology was rejected because it was too costly and wasn't universally applicable, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said Thursday. The FIFA-dominated International Football Association Board rejected plans to pursue the use of technology at its annual meeting last weekend.

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AC Milan's squad does not need a shakeup despite their Champions League battering by Manchester United, said coach Leonardo.