Costa Rica’s Galo suspended by FIFA for doping violation ahead of World Cup
Could miss tournament, Costa Rica kick off campaign on Nov. 23 against Spain
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Costa Rica midfielder Orlando Galo faces missing the World Cup after FIFA said on Saturday that he has been provisionally suspended for a doping violation.
Galo, 22, tested positive for a prohibited substance following a random test carried out in September, the country’s football federation (FCRF) said on Tuesday.
Provisionally suspended
“FIFA can confirm that in accordance with the FIFA Anti-Doping Regulations the player Orlando Galo Calderon has been provisionally suspended, and the usual procedure has been opened,” a FIFA spokesperson told Reuters.
Costa Rica kick off their World Cup campaign on Nov. 23 against Spain.