Source: REUTERS/AGUSTIN MARCARIAN
[Saba Sports News] Argentine star Gomez has recently
sparked significant controversy due to a violation of doping-related
regulations, potentially jeopardising his World Cup title. In a statement
addressing the matter, Gomez explained the reasons for testing positive. He
stated that the substance detected in his system was terbutaline, which he
inadvertently and unintentionally consumed when mistakenly taking a sip of his
son’s cough syrup. It is important to note that the use of terbutaline for
medical purposes is permitted for professional athletes, and it does not
enhance football players’ performance. In response, Gomez has enlisted the
assistance of a lawyer to handle the case.