Saliba Doubtful for World Cup Due to Back Injury

Les Bleus have hit a major roadblock as their star center back William Saliba underwent scans Monday after reportedly aggravating a back injury during the Champions League final penalty shootout loss. The 25-year-old, fresh off a 50-game season anchoring Arsenal's Premier League campaign, may require an extended recovery period. wlop.pl

Should Saliba miss the tournament, France will rely on Ibrahima Konaté, Jules Koundé, and Dayot Upamecano to anchor their defense in Group I against Senegal, Iraq, and Norway. The World Cup runs from June 11-July 19, 2026, across three host countries.