Gabriel Barbosa Cleared to Play by CAS Pending Doping Appeal

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has temporarily lifted the suspension of Flamengo forward Gabriel Barbosa, allowing him to participate in games while his appeal is processed.

Gabriel Barbosa, known as 'Gabigol,' was initially banned for two years due to allegations of doping fraud, which he has denied.
The suspension, imposed by a Brazilian sports court, has been stayed pending the outcome of his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
No specific date has been set for the appeal hearing, leaving the duration of Barbosa's resumed play uncertain.
Barbosa has missed nine games, including three important Copa Libertadores matches, due to the initial suspension.
The player has expressed confidence in being cleared of the charges, asserting that he never attempted to obstruct or manipulate any doping tests.