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Paul Pogba

Paul Pogba is a French professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for AS Monaco and has also represented the France national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Paul Pogba is a French professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for AS Monaco and has also represented the France national team. Born in 1993, he is widely regarded as one of the standout midfielders of his generation. His career has included spells at Manchester United and Juventus, along with a long suspension related to a doping case.

Early life and youth career

Pogba was born in Lagny-sur-Marne, France, in 1993. He came through the youth system at Manchester United before moving to Juventus, where his senior career breakthrough began.

Club career

Pogba has played for Manchester United, Juventus, and AS Monaco. His 2016 transfer back to Manchester United was a record-breaking move at the time. He returned to Juventus in 2022 after leaving Manchester United, then later signed for Monaco.

International career

Pogba has represented France at senior level and is listed as a 2018 FIFA World Cup winner. He has also appeared at major international tournaments for France.

Search results report that Pogba was banned for a doping offence. The results conflict on the precise status, with one indicating a four-year ban and another listing a cross-competition ban until 10 September 2027.

Key facts

  • Pogba is a French midfielder known for passing, vision, physicality, shooting, and dribbling.
  • He was born on 15 March 1993 in Lagny-sur-Marne, France.
  • He has played for Manchester United, Juventus, and AS Monaco.
  • He was part of the 2018 World Cup–winning squad.
  • He received a doping-related ban, with conflicting reports on the duration.
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Canadian context

Pogba is well known to Canadian football audiences through coverage of European club football and international tournaments. His career is also relevant to Canadian readers following Ligue 1, the UEFA Champions League, and global football discipline cases.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Paul Pogba?
Paul Pogba is a French professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder and has represented clubs including Manchester United, Juventus, and AS Monaco.
How old is Paul Pogba?
He was born on 15 March 1993, so he is 33 years old.
What happened to Paul Pogba?
Search results say he was banned over a doping offence. The results differ on the exact sanction and current status.
What is Paul Pogba's net worth?
No reliable net worth figure is provided in the supplied search results, so it cannot be verified here.
Where does Paul Pogba play?
The supplied results identify him as a player for AS Monaco in Ligue 1.
Is Paul Pogba banned?
Yes. The search results report a doping-related ban, but they conflict on the duration and whether it is still active.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Pogba
    Supports: Birth date, French nationality, position, and current club AS Monaco.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/138860/paul-pogba
    Supports: Player profile, age, nationality, position, and AS Monaco club listing.
  3. Sky Sports — https://www.skysports.com/paul-pogba
    Supports: Club profile, Monaco listing, and mention of return to football after a ban.
  4. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/paul-pogba/profil/spieler/122153
    Supports: Ban status and date listed as until 10 September 2027.
  5. Premier League — https://www.premierleague.com/en/players/74208/paul-pogba/overview
    Supports: Date of birth and career statistics.