Pogba Breaks Silence After 130-Day Absence
Paul Pogba returned to action at Stade Jean-Bouin on April 11. He came on with about 20 minutes remaining.
He replaced Tilo Kehrer during Monaco’s 29th-round match against Paris FC. The visitors suffered a heavy defeat, yet Pogba earned a warm ovation.
The midfielder had been sidelined for roughly 130 days. He broke his silence in brief comments after the game.
Match details
Pogba looked emotional when speaking to reporters and fans. He described the feeling of being back on the field as special.
Performance and statistics
- Touches: 30 on the match.
- Passes: 21 completed from 25 attempts.
- Ball recoveries: 6 in midfield.
Those numbers showed professional intent despite limited minutes. He did, however, show fatigue at the end.
Fitness and plans
Pogba said he wants only to play and to regain full fitness. He added he feels better day by day.
His immediate aim is to accumulate minutes to rebuild match sharpness. He insisted he is ready to start and trusts the coaching staff.
Future at Monaco
The 32-year-old affirmed a desire to stay at Monaco long-term. He intends to write a new chapter in his career at the club.
Off-field moment
Earlier, Usain Bolt joined Pogba at Stade Louis II. The meeting followed Monaco’s 2-1 victory over Marseille in the 28th round.
Report via Filmogaz.com.
