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Paul Pogba delivers a concerning update amid his doping ban.

Juventus star, Paul Pogba was banned from professional football for 4 years in February, following his failed drug test. Although presently appealing the case, the French star has a concerning update about his life. In a newly shared emotional video, the World Cup winner disclosed the internal chaos that he is battling, declaring that he is over. He said, “I’m over, I’m dead. Paul Pogba doesn’t exist anymore. I don’t know who I am anymore. Football used to be my life, my passion. Now, it feels like I’ve lost myself.” This has triggered a lot of sympathy from football fans on Social Media.

Manchester United is planning to agree to personal terms with Zirkzee.

Joshua Zirkzee has been touted as a potential option to give Rasmus Højlund a much needed competition in the Manchester United team. The Dutch striker was instrumental in Bologna’s fifth place finish and Champions League qualification, scoring 11 league goals last season and attracting interest from many teams including AC Milan and Arsenal. However, Man. United is prepared to match his £34 million release clause, only after agreeing to personal terms with the player. The club is looking to avoid any transfer complexity that could potentially emerge, notably the Frenkie de Jong saga.

Sha’Carri Richardson secures spot for the 2024 Olympic tournament.

American Track and Field athlete, Sha’Carri Richardson is set to make her first ever appearance at the Olympic Games. On Saturday, she emerged first in the 2024 Olympic Track and Field team trials, finishing the 100m race in 10.71 seconds. This comes after topping headlines for her no.1 finish in the women’s 100m dash despite tripping over her untied shoelace on one day of the Olympic trials in Oregon. Sha’Carri was suspended from participating in the previous Olympic Games after testing positive for THC use. Finally, she would have a chance at competing for gold in this year’s tournament.

Ronaldo breaks Euro record as Portugal qualifies for the Last-16 stage.

Portugal were on fire in Saturday’s dominant 3-0 win over Turkey. All thanks to goals from Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes and an own goal from Samet Akaydin. However, it was Ronaldo who stole the headlines for his selfless assist for Bruno Fernandes’ goal. This assist means that the 5-time Ballon d’Or winner is not only the all-time highest goal scorer in the Euros tournament but also the all-time assist provider in the competition. With 2 wins in 2 games, Portugal has now qualified for the last-16 stage.

Xavi Simons informs Paris Saint-Germain of his intention to leave this summer.

Dutch forward, Xavi Simons has been on a plethora of successful Loan spells over the last couple of seasons. Despite his impressive displays, he is yet to officially feature for his main club, PSG and this looks set to continue. The 21 year-old finished the season with 10 goals and 15 assists for RB Leipzig, Simons is considering leaving the Ligue 1 giants on another loan spell. According to sources, he has now officially informed the club of his intention to leave the club this summer. Bayern Munich, Manchester United and RB Leipzig have registered their interests in the Dutch youngster. His decision will be announced after the Euros.

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