Overview
- The midfielder started for AS Monaco and played 58 minutes in a 2-1 win over FC Metz in what was his first club start since May 2023.
- He posted modest numbers on his return with 78% pass completion, two shots, four duels won and a perfect tackle success rate, according to SofaScore data reported by Yahoo Sports.
- Pogba had been suspended in 2024 for elevated testosterone before his ban was cut to 18 months on appeal, which cleared him to resume his career in March 2025.
- He joined Monaco on a two-year deal last summer but repeated fitness problems, including a calf issue, have limited him to six appearances this season.
- After the match he wrote "+3, let's go" on Instagram and received supportive messages from former teammates, while he has spoken about the mental strain and said he wants to keep going and repay fans, with Monaco leadership previously saying talks over his future would hinge on performances.