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Juventus midfielder Pogba announces instant appeal: I am sad, shocked and heartbroken

Juventus midfielder Pogba announces instant appeal: I am sad, shocked and heartbroken
Juventus midfielder Pogba announces instant appeal: I am sad, shocked and heartbrokenFlashscore

It has been ruled today that Pogba has been banned for four years from all football after failing a doping test earlier this season.

In response, former Manchester United midfielder Pogba declared today: "Today I was informed of the decision of the National Anti-Doping Tribunal and I believe that the sentence is wrong.

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"I am sad, shocked and heartbroken. Everything I have built in my career as a professional player has been removed. When I am free from legal restrictions the whole story will be clear, but I have never knowingly or deliberately taken supplements that violate anti-doping regulations."

He added: "As a professional athlete I would never do anything to improve my performance by using banned substances and I have never disrespected or cheated other athletes and fans of any of the teams I played for or against.

"As a result of the decision announced today I will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport."