Real Madrid and Spain captain Sergio Ramos ‘failed doping test after Champions League Final’ in 2017 – reports

Real Madrid and Spain captain Sergio Ramos ‘failed doping test after Champions League Final’ in 2017 – reports
Sergio Ramos ‘failed a doping test’ after the Champions League Final in 2017 against Juventus, according to a sensational report.According to Football Leaks, the Real Madrid captaintested positive forDexametasone after the game, which Los Blancos won 4-1.2

Ramos holds the trophy aloft after victory in Cardiff

German publication Der Speigel had teased fans they would reveal which ‘multiple Champions League winner’ had fallen foul of the anti-doping regulations for months.The report alleges that Ramos tested positive forDexametasone, a substance which can be used as long as UEFA are notified in time.However, the Real Madrid doctor claims to have filled in the wrongcorticosteroid on the doping form.Ramos reportedly required the injections for his knee and shoulder.2

The Real Madrid captain celebrates with goalscorer Cristiano Ronaldo

In April of this year, Ramos is also reported to have refused to provide a urine sample after a game against Malaga.The 32-year-old was told by a Spanish anti-doping agent that he could not shower until he provided a sample; the centre-back simply went ahead and did it anyway.Dexamethasone is a cortisone preparation with an anti-inflammatory effect in addition to relieving pain. It also increases cognition and concentration and can have a euphoric effect, meaning it is on the list kept by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) of substances that are prohibited in competition.

---

Charlie Austin was substituted in the 68th minute of the defeat to Manchester City. Southampton striker Charlie Austin has been charged by the Football Association over an 'abusive or insulting
Charlie Austin: Southampton striker charged for making

---

Chelsea defender David Luiz is reportedly in ongoing talks about a new contract at Stamford Bridge and has even turned down offers elsewhere. The 31-year-old is out of contract in the summer with the Blues as it stands and his exit could leave the club in trouble defensively if the transfer ban is upheld.
Hilarious N'Golo Kante chant, fans want Jadon Sancho and

---

United, who have lost six of their last eight games in all competitions, face City on Wednesday night in a crunch meeting as they look to salvage their top-four hopes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a major rebuilding job to tackle at Manchester United, with the Norwegian fully aware of the size of the task he has on his hands.
The worrying derby record which threatens to end Ole Gunnar
newsleak24.com/the-worrying-derby-record-which-threatens-to-end-ole-gunnar-solskjaers-top-four-hopes/
Consequently their top-four hopes cling within the stability, with United set for one more trophyless season. Wednesday evening's derby assembly with Manchester City is of vital significance to each side - with Pep Guardiola's males chasing a second successive Premier League title.
Manchester United vs. Manchester City - Football Match Report

---

Skills that pay the bills - Inside the life of freestyle

---

Sam Allardyce insists comments made in an interview on talkSPORT were not aimed as criticism towards Marco Silva, despite provoking the Everton boss into a vexed reaction. Big Sam, who managed Everton between 2017 and 2018 before Silva took charge, recently urged the Toffees boss to drop his 'attractive' brand of football and consider a
Premier League table: How Mark Lawrenson's predictions this

---

Rio Ferdinand branded Jose Mourinho 'laughable' for his comments in the aftermath of Manchester United's dramatic 3-2 victory over Newcastle. Mourinho was under intense pressure in the lead-up to

---

Proof Liverpool can shock Barcelona in Champions League and why Jurgen Klopp knows better than most. Having hope in their hearts has helped Liverpool over the line many times in the past
Champions League: Liverpool vs Barcelona - As it happened

---

Derby County 2-1 Wigan Athletic - Scott Malone and Mason Bennett help Rams come from behind to claim important win. Frank Lampard's men ended their four-game losing streak tonight at Pride Park
Watch Mason Bennett score outrageous volley for Derby County

---

Liverpool have been dealt a blow ahead of their Champions League semifinal second leg vs. Barcelona with Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino missing.
Liverpool injury updates - Roberto Firmino and Naby Keita

---

Manchester United have asked about Leicester City defender Harry Maguire but believe the England international wants to join their rivals Manchester City if they can agree a fee with the Foxes.
Seven players Manchester United are tipped to sign in the

---

West Ham are unlikely to re-open contract talks with Declan Rice until the end of the season. The 19-year-old youth product, who earns about £3,000 per week, was offered a £15,000-a-week deal in
West Ham Play Hardball in Declan Rice Extension as Club

---

Keep up to date with the latest Tottenham Hotspur news, features and exclusives from football.london via our free WhatsApp service. Text NEWS to 07776197989 and then add the number to your phone contacts book as spurs dot london (case sensitive, with spaces) to receive daily updates and breaking news from Alasdair Gold on the team on Spurs.
Moussa Sissoko compares Tottenham teammate to Liverpool

---

THERE'S under two weeks to go before talkSPORT puts the legend that is John Motson live onto the stage at London's Greenwood Theatre. On Monday April 15 you can be there to hear Motty talking to talkSPORT's Paul Hawksbee about his amazing career in sports broadcasting over the last 50 years including jousting with Brian Clough, Sir Alex Ferguson, Jack Nicholson and many more.
WIN! 2 VIP tickets to see John Motson's new live theatre show!

---