9 months ago
Paul Pogba Set for Monaco Debut After 2-Year Absence
After more than two years away from competitive football, former Manchester United and Juventus star Paul Pogba is set to make his debut for AS Monaco this weekend.
The French midfielder, who served an 18-month ban for a doping violation, has been included in Monaco's squad for their Ligue 1 match against Rennes.
Monaco's manager believes Pogba's experience and leadership will be valuable to the team.
Paul Pogba is included in AS Monaco's squad for the first time this season
He will debut in the Ligue 1 match against Rennes on Saturday
Pogba hasn't played competitively since September 2023
He joined Monaco in June after serving an 18-month ban for a doping violation
Monaco manager Sebastien Pocognoli expects Pogba to bring experience and leadership
- Who
- Paul Pogba, AS Monaco
- What
- Pogba's debut for AS Monaco after a 2-year absence
- Where
- Rennes, France
- When
- Saturday, in the Ligue 1 match against Rennes
- Why
- Pogba's return to football after serving an 18-month ban for a doping violation
Supporters of Pogba's Return
Skeptics of Pogba's Impact
Experience and Leadership
Supporters of Pogba's Return
Pogba's extensive experience and leadership will be invaluable to the young Monaco squad
Skeptics of Pogba's Impact
Pogba's form and fitness are uncertain after such a long absence, which may limit his impact
Key facts
- Age
- 32
- Position
- Midfielder
- Last Competitive Match
- Juventus vs Empoli, September 2023
- Ban Duration
- 18 months (reduced from 4 years)
- Banned Substance
- DHEA
Quotes
Sebastien Pocognoli
Manager of AS Monaco football club
“We try to help him reach his full potential so that the team comes out on top.”
CNBC TV 18
“He has the qualities to adapt to what we want to implement in midfield, he hasn't lost his vision or his technique.”
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