Paul Pogba, World Cup champion with France in 2018, gave an exclusive interview to beIN SPORTS USA at the Premier Padel P1 in Miami. The midfielder, who is still figuring out his future after becoming a free agent, talked about his growing passion for padel, a sport he’s recently started practicing, and his friendship with Spanish player Javi Garrido, one of the standout players on the professional circuit. He also shared details about his stay in the United States while still considering his next football destination.

Pogba and his love for padel

The event, held at the Miami Beach Convention Center, became a meeting point between elite football and international padel. Pogba wasn’t alone in this experience, as Thiago Alcántara, former player for clubs like Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool, also attended. Both enjoyed the eighth-finals of the tournament from the stands, showing their excitement for a sport that’s gaining more followers, especially among retired football legends.

Thiago Alcántara joins the padel craze

Thiago, who recently announced his retirement from professional football, has found a new passion in padel, joining the list of football legends who have taken up the sport. The presence of Pogba and Alcántara at the tournament highlights the connection between both sports, in an event that also saw other big names from the sports world. While Pogba continues to figure out his football future, his interest in padel seems to be on the rise.