Maria Zulay Salaues, the spouse of professional footballer Paul Pogba, recently conveyed a motivational message via her Instagram account following the announcement of a four-year ban imposed on the midfielder for doping violations by the anti-doping tribunal. Despite the confirmation of the ban, Pogba has stated his intention to appeal the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. On Tuesday, Maria Zulay Salaues broke her silence on social media, sharing an uplifting message seemingly directed towards her husband. The message emphasized perseverance and resilience, encouraging continued effort despite challenges.
Pogba’s doping violation occurred on August 20, 2023, during a Serie A match against Udinese, a game in which he did not participate, having remained on the bench throughout. Since September 2023, he has been under precautionary suspension and has not participated in team training sessions. Although Pogba’s ban exceeds six months, Juventus has yet to make a definitive decision regarding the termination of his contract, although such an action remains a possibility. Pogba, who joined Juventus from Manchester United on a free transfer in 2022, is a prominent figure in the football world, having contributed to France’s victory in the 2018 World Cup.