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DFB Probes Laura Freigang Over Missed Doping Controls

Freigang says administrative errors in the national 'whereabouts' system explain the missed tests, leaving open the possibility of DFB sanctions.

Overview

  • The Deutscher Fußball-Bund's Kontrollausschuss has been investigating Freigang since early June after records showed she allegedly missed three anti-doping controls within 12 months.
  • Freigang told Hessischer Rundfunk on August 9 that the case is unresolved, that she cannot discuss details during the process, and that she hopes for a positive outcome.
  • She previously posted on Instagram saying the missed tests were not deliberate avoidance but resulted from inconsistencies and misunderstandings when updating required daily whereabouts information.
  • No sanction has been imposed and Freigang remains eligible to play; she scored both goals in Eintracht Frankfurt's 2–0 Champions League qualifying win over Malmö while the inquiry continues.
  • If the DFB confirms three missed controls as violations under anti-doping rules, Freigang could face a suspension, and the case highlights how strict daily whereabouts obligations can produce administrative errors with major consequences.