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Juventus breaks silence on Paul Pogba’s injury status
Italian Serie A club, Juventus confirmed that Paul Pogba‘s injury scare last weekend was not a muscle injury but a “slight overload” of the right thing.
Recall that the 30-year-old French midfielder who first played for Juventus between 2012 and 2016 before he joined Manchester United for a then British transfer record fee of €105 million, has been very prone to injuries since he returned to Juve on a free transfer from United on July 11, 2022.
Last season, the 2018 FIFA World Cup winner managed to make just ten appearances in all competitions for Juventus after battling with muscle issues, knee problems, and hamstring issues.
Paul Pogba had to undergo knee surgery in September 2022 which forced him to miss the FIFA World Cup in Qatar in November and December. In his absence, France got to the final of the tournament where they lost to Argentina on penalties.
The fitness issues followed him to this season as he missed Juventus pre-season while he continues to recover from the knee surgery.
So far this season, Pogba has played two games for Juventus mostly from the bench. In their game against Empoli on Sunday, the Frenchman came on from the bench in the 62nd minute.
After coach Max Allegri introduced him to the game, Federico Chiesa scored Juventus’s second goal in the 82nd minute to seal the 2-0 away victory.
In the post-game press conference, coach Allegri said, “Pogba felt a pain in the back, we’ll see what the exams say. Too bad because it went well”.
However, earlier today, September 4, Juventus issued a statement to confirm that Paul Pogba has not sustained any serious muscular injuries, but Federico Gatti sprained his ankle.
A statement from the club’s official website read, “Paul Pogba and Federico Gatti underwent instrumental tests today at J|Medical following the injuries reported yesterday during the match against Empoli.
“Paul Pogba’s diagnostic tests excluded muscle injuries and highlighted a slight overload of the semimembranosus muscle of the right thigh, while Federico Gatti reported a sprain of his left ankle.
“The two players have already started the rehabilitation process aimed at resuming competitive activity.”
Super Eagles and Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has been dealt a devastating blow, losing his mother barely two months after the passing of his father.
Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on X on New Year’s day, writing, “Rip mom, worst year of my life already” accompanied by tears and heartbreak emojis.
This emotional post came just hours after he shared a 2024 recap video, expressing optimism for the new year.
“2024 was a good year, we’re doubling everything in 2025. Thank you Chippa United FC. Thank you Super Eagles. Thanks to all my fans. Let’s do more!” he had written earlier.
Nwabali’s father died in November, just hours after the goalkeeper helped the Super Eagles secure a crucial point in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic.
The goalkeeper’s bravery on the field was evident as he manned the goalpost despite his personal loss.
His teammates, fans, and well-wishers rallied around him, offering condolences and support.
With the loss of both parents, Nwabali joins the likes of Victor Osimhen, who has also experienced the pain of losing both parents.
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappé, shared a rare glimpse of his personal life during an interview with Mouloud Achour on Clique.
The 25-year-old addressed serious allegations about an alleged rape incident in Stockholm but captured attention with his reflections on love and relationships.
When asked about expressing love, the Les Bleus forward shared: “Yes, to my mother, my father, my little brother. I try to give them this affection every day.”
On romantic love, Mbappé revealed to Le Parisien: “Yes, in the past, I have already been in love and I hope that I will be again. But currently, no.”
Watch him speak below:
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Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili made a spectacular debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, delivering an impressive performance in the women’s 200m event.
After a disappointing setback in the women’s 100m, Ofili showcased her resilience by clinching victory in her heat with a new season’s best time of 22.24 seconds on Sunday, August 4. The victory has qualified her for the 2024 Olympics 200m women’s semi-finals which will take place this evening.
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