Source: Daily_Mail
CSKA Moscow stars banned for taking cold remedy before United showdown
Two CSKA Moscow players have been banned for falling foul of UEFA doping regulations after the Russian club's 3-3 draw at Manchester United last month.Russia internationals Sergei Ignashevichand Alexei Berezutsky will miss the crucial Champions League match against Besiktas in Istanbul after the CSKA pair took common cold remedy Sudafed without notifying officials.The medication is not a banned substance, but UEFA need to be be told when players are using it. Under the weather: Sergei Ignashevich (right) has been suffering with a coldDouble trouble: Alexei Berezutsky has been ruled out of facing BesiktasCSKA said there was no suggestion of foul play and described the situation as an administrative error.'It's shocking news for the players and the club,' they said in a statement. 'Unfortunately, we do not yet fully understand all the circumstances of the case, but we have nothing to hide, and we believed that we should make our fans aware of this.'This situation has arisen in connection with the treatment of our players for a severe cold that they picked up during their time with the national team.'We expect that the Control and Disciplinary Committee of UEFA will reveal the truth about what happened, find a fair and legal solution for our players and their reputations, as well as the reputation of the club, which should not suffer because of the unfortunate technical error.' CSKA are third in Group B but can advance to the knock-outround with a win against Besiktas in Istanbul, or even with a draw if Manchester United beatWolfsburg.It is not thought that the result of last month's match at Old Trafford will be reviewed. Man United, Man City, Arsenal and Chelsea on alert as Krasic eyes dealAkinfeev passes Old Trafford audition - Russia keeper opens talks with UnitedUnited 3 CSKA 3: Fergie spared the red face as bumbling defence escapesWho are CSKA Moscow? Sportsmail's guide to United's Euro opponents Explore more:Places:Istanbul, Russia