Star midfielder Paul Pogba has received a four-year ban from professional football after testing positive for testosterone, a banned performance-enhancing substance.
The ban, announced by Italy’s anti-doping tribunal, follows a positive test result arising from Juventus’s match against Udinese on August 20, where Pogba, despite not playing, was found to have elevated levels of testosterone in his blood.
The tribunal’s decision is a significant blow to Pogba, who, at 30 years old, faces a suspension that could potentially end his professional playing career.
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Pogba, a 2018 World Cup winner with the French national team, has vowed to appeal the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
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Paul Pogba’s defence
Pogba’s reps claim the presence of testosterone was a result of a doctor-prescribed supplement taken while in the United States. However, under the strict guidelines of the World Anti-Doping Code, athletes are ultimately responsible for any substances in their bodies.
“I vehemently deny any intentional use of banned substances,” Pogba stated. “I will fight to clear my name and prove my innocence.”
The Effect Of His Absence
In the midst of legal proceedings, Pogba’s absence echoes across the football community, as his presence on the field, which is always characterized by versatility and skill, leaves a hole that will be keenly felt by fans and teammates.
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Yet, amidst the uncertainty, there remains hope for resolution and saving as Pogba seeks to clear his name and rescue his career.
Already Existing Injuries
This ban marks a devastating setback in Pogba’s career, which was already hampered by injuries following his return to Juventus in 2022 from Manchester United. The 30-year-old midfielder may not be eligible to return to professional football until 2027.
About Paul Pogba
Paul Labile Pogba (born March 15, 1993) is a French professional footballer who Serie A club Juventus currently sign. A versatile player, he operates primarily as a central midfielder but can be deployed as a left winger, attacking midfielder, defensive midfielder, and deep-lying playmaker. Wikipedia.
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