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UEFA dismisses doping case against Sakho

LONDON (Reuters) - UEFA has dismissed its doping case against France and Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho.

UEFA dismisses doping case against Sakho
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"The proceedings against Mr Sakho related to a violation of the UEFA anti-doping regulations after the player failed a doping test (in March)," European football's ruling body said in a statement on Friday.

"Following a hearing with the lawyers of the player and experts of the WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) accredited laboratories on this case, the CEDB (UEFA's Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body) has decided to dismiss the case."


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