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'I wasn't going to hear excuses about my haircut' - Pogba let football do the talking at World Cup

Paul Pogba intentionally toned down his usually flamboyant hairstyle during France's road to World Cup glory.

The Manchester United midfielder has often faced scrutiny over his elaborate hairdos , fashion sense and penchant for fancy dance moves.

Pogba was keen not to give his detractors any ammunition during Russia 2018, though, and he played a starring role as Les Bleus were crowned world champions for the second time.

"A haircut does not prevent you [the media] from talking, but I purposely did nothing, to stay low key," he told RMC .