A big tile for Keita Balde! The Senegalese striker, who joined the Spartak MoscowIt’s not a bad idea. He could be out of the next World Cup. He has not played with the Russian club yet, but the 2021 African champion is currently suspended for the month of December 5. Spartak Moscow’s press release can be viewed to read the Italian Football Federation’s suspension.
“Keita Balde has been suspended by the Italian National Anti-Doping Tribunal until December 5 due to a doping violation while playing for Cagliari. Keith was tested for banned substances in a sample taken that day. According to FIFA’s disciplinary code, any sanction for doping imposed by another national or internationally recognized sports organization or anti-doping organisation is automatically accepted by FIFA. All confederations and associations must recognize it. The RFU must accept the sanction imposed by the Italian Anti-Doping Organization. The Russian club writes.
The Senegalese however will be able appeal this decision. In the meantime, he will not be able to join the Senegalese squad this weekend. Keita Balde will likely miss the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, which takes place from November 20 to December 18. Even if his suspension ends on December 5, it is unlikely that Aliou Cissé will select him for this world meeting, he who is no longer essential in the selection. For some Senegalese observers, Keita Balde did not deserve to be part of Aliou Cissé’s list published this Friday, September 16 for the friendly matches against Bolivia and Iran on September 24 and 27. Keita balde’s last performances for the Lions were flat. He was also unable to win in club with a Cagliari team that was relegated from Serie B.
This article was first published on Sport News Africa.
Source: sportnewsafrica
