Saliba Doubtful for World Cup Due to Back Injury

The 25-year-old center back reportedly underwent scans Monday, with fears mounting he requires extended rest, potentially missing the tournament entirely. Saliba was already carrying the injury into Saturday's final against PSG and played the full 120 minutes before reportedly aggravating it during Arsenal's penalty shootout loss.

Losing Saliba would be a significant blow for France, who would then rely on Ibrahima Konaté, Jules Koundé, and Dayot Upamecano in Group I against Senegal, Iraq, and Norway. The World Cup runs from June 11-July 19, 2026, across three countries. sportbet.rodeo