Reports have revealed that eight players from the Tunisian national football team are in a state of shock after doping tests showed traces of the banned substance clenbuterol in their samples, during recent testing.
According to circulating information, the likely cause of these unusual results is the consumption of contaminated meat containing clenbuterol, a situation that has been recorded in several countries worldwide due to the illegal use of this substance in livestock farming.
Sources indicated that the levels of the substance found in the players were extremely low and fell below the minimum threshold set by anti-doping regulations, meaning that the players are not expected to face penalties or disciplinary actions from the relevant authorities.
This incident raises concerns within Tunisian sports circles regarding the safety of food consumed by athletes during camps and competitions, as further official clarifications are awaited regarding the circumstances of the incident and the preventive measures that will be adopted in the future.
