Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has successfully appealed his four-year doping ban, securing a reduction to 18 months following a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Pogba, who tested positive for testosterone in August last year, had initially faced a potentially career-ending suspension handed down by Italy’s anti-doping court. The ban commenced in February of this year.
Pogba, now 31, had received the maximum penalty for the infraction, which many feared could close the chapter on his professional football career. He was also issued a hefty fine earlier this year in March. However, after an intense legal battle and appeal, the decision to reduce his suspension brings hope for the former France World Cup winner.
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Reflecting on the news, Pogba expressed his relief, stating, “The nightmare is finally over.” He spoke candidly about the emotional toll the ban had taken on him, acknowledging that his dreams and hard work had been brought to a sudden halt. “It’s been an extremely painful time in my life because everything I’ve worked so hard for has been put on hold,” Pogba shared.
The midfielder also took the opportunity to thank his loyal fans for their unwavering support during this difficult period. With his sights set on returning to the field, Pogba expressed excitement about the future, stating that he looks forward to the day when he can once again chase his dreams on the pitch.
With the reduction of the ban, Pogba is expected to resume his football career next year, marking the end of a challenging chapter in the player’s life. His resilience and determination to overcome adversity have resonated with his fans worldwide, who eagerly await his return to the sport he loves.
