Following the enforcement of his suspension, Paul Pogba, the renowned midfielder for Juventus, has issued a formal statement addressing the recent 4-year ban imposed upon him for doping.
Background of Paul Pogba’s Story
Juventus midfielder, Paul Pogba, was banned from football for four years due to doping. The ban, spanning four years, was instated due to doping allegations against the player.
The doping controversy surrounding Paul Pogba surfaced subsequent to a positive test disclosed in September 2023. The revelation stemmed from an examination conducted during a Juventus fixture against Udinese, held a month prior to the announcement.
Despite his absence from the match’s lineup, Pogba was present on the bench, further implicating the gravity of the situation surrounding the French international and inciting reflections on the integrity of competitive sports.
This development has sparked considerable attention within the football community and beyond, shaping discussions regarding fair play and athlete accountability.
READ: Paul Pogba’s Official Statement Responding to the 4-Year Ban
I have today been informed of the Tribunale Nazionale Antidoping’s decision and believe that the verdict is incorrect.
I am sad, shocked and heartbroken that everything | have built in my professional playing career has been taken away from me.
When I am free of legal restrictions the full story will become clear, but I have never knowingly or deliberately taken any supplements that violate anti-doping regulations.
As a professional athlete I would never do anything to enhance my performance by using banned substances and have never disrespected or cheated fellow athletes and supporters of any of the teams I have played for, or against.
As a consequence of the decision announced today I will appeal this before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
