France's William Saliba injury casts doubt on World Cup participation

Arsenal defender William Saliba suffered a setback to a pre‑existing ankle injury during the Champions League final against Paris Saint‑Germain. Medical assessments indicate he could be sidelined for several weeks, jeopardising his availability for France's opening World Cup match on 16 June against Senegal.

The French Football Federation is closely monitoring Saliba's recovery, aware that his absence would remove a key defensive option from the national squad just days before the tournament begins in the United States, Canada and Mexico.