Paul Pogba, the former Manchester United midfielder, has embarked on a surprising new career path in the film industry, despite serving a four-year ban from football following a failed drugs test earlier this year.
The French World Cup winner is set to star in a French movie titled ‘4 Zeros,’ slated for release in April 2025. Pogba’s involvement in the film comes while serving his ban from football. The ban was imposed in February after he tested positive for DHEA, a banned substance, following Juventus’ match against Udinese.
Despite his football setback, Pogba has been busy filming scenes for the movie in Paris, where he will portray the role of a youth team football coach. According to reports from French outlet Le Parisien, Pogba appeared relaxed and comfortable on set. He impresses everyone with his natural acting skills.
The film ‘4 Zeros’ serves as a sequel to the popular French movie ‘3 Zeroes’ released in 2002. It follows the story of an aspiring footballer from the African country of Comoros. Who dreams of becoming a PSG star while a scout searches for the next Kylian Mbappe.
Pogba’s involvement in the film project marks a new chapter in the course of his career, as he manoeuvre through his ban from professional football. Since his return to Juventus in 2022, Pogba has faced numerous challenges, including injury setbacks and limited playing time.
Despite the ban, Pogba remains adamant about his innocence and plans to appeal the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
In a statement following the confirmation of his ban, Pogba expressed his sadness and shock. He vows to clear his name and continue his professional career once the legal restrictions are lifted.