Saturday, June 21, 2025 - Nigerian football star Victor
Osimhen is once again trending online — but this time, it’s not for his
goals or transfers.
A popular Twitter doctor has raised concern over
how frequently the Napoli striker is seen dining in people’s homes during his
ongoing visit to Nigeria. In a widely shared post, the doctor warned the Super
Eagles forward to be more cautious, especially as a professional footballer
subject to anti-doping rules.
The post draws comparisons with Paul Pogba, whose
career took a major hit after testing positive for a banned substance in 2023.
Though Pogba’s suspension was later reduced, it cost him his Juventus contract,
and the Frenchman has struggled to return to the pitch ever since.
The point? Anti-doping agencies operate on “strict
liability” — meaning a footballer is fully responsible for whatever enters
their system, whether it was taken knowingly, unknowingly, or through sabotage.
A spiked meal could lead to a ban, and a promising career could vanish
overnight.
The concern isn't just hypothetical. The post highlights a
long list of substances — from steroids to masking agents — that
could show up in a player’s system and trigger an automatic suspension.
View tweet below…
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