Following the recent friendly meeting of AS Monaco against Inter Milan, which resulted in a defeat (1-2), Maghnech Akliouche stressed Paul Pogba’s positive impact on the team. He describes Pogba as a hard-working player, appreciated for his experience, his sense of humour and his contribution to the atmosphere of the group. The Monegasque midfielder expressed his satisfaction at having him among them, highlighting his smile and positive influence.

Coach Adi Hütter also provided an update on Paul Pogba’s progress in re-education. He was satisfied with his efforts and felt that it would take at least a month before it could be fully available. Hütter highlighted the hard work of Pogba and Ansou Fati to regain their form and join the team. He insists on the importance of regular training and promises to integrate Pogba as soon as he is ready.

Moreover, the article mentions the changes and promotions of referees for the season in Ligue 1, with Florent Battandis relegated, and the arrival of Ruddy Buquet and Guillaume Paradis. Clement Turpin, with 18 seasons in L1, remains the most experienced, while François Letexier was recognized as the best referee in the world in 2024. The article also recalls the difficulty of encounters between AS Monaco and Inter Milan, highlighting the key role of Thilo Kehrer, former vice-captain and player selected in the model team of the previous season, as well as the composition of the Monegasque team during the match. The next meeting of the Discipline Commission will take place on 13 August 2025.