Paul Pogba can already imagine his return to the pitch. The French international and 2018 world champion should be able to play again starting next March in an official match. This Thursday, October 4, the Court of Arbitration for Sport pronounced, on appeal, the reduction of the suspension for doping, pronounced last February, from 4 years to 18 months.
“Finally the nightmare is over”
As a reminder, the Frenchman tested positive for dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) in September 2023 and was immediately suspended. “Finally the nightmare is over”wrote Paul Pogba in a press release. “Following the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport, I can now look forward to the day when I can pursue my dreams again. »
“I play with integrity, and although I have to accept that this is a violation of strict liability, I would like to thank the CAS judges who listened to my explanations , he writes again. This time has been extremely trying for me, as everything I have worked so hard for has been put on hold. Thanks again for all the love and support. I can’t wait to get back on the field. »
Very good news which has already made many football stars react, notably his former teammate in the French team Kylian Mbappé, whom he could find again quickly.
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Pogba should be able to return to training with Juventus in January 2025.
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