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William Saliba's World Cup Prospects Boosted by Positive Injury Update from Didier Deschamps

France head coach Didier Deschamps has given Arsenal's William Saliba hope of a World Cup spot by confirming the defender's injury is not serious. However, recovering mentally from the Champions League final loss remains a challenge.

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William Saliba's World Cup Prospects Boosted by Positive Injury Update from Didier Deschamps

William Saliba's World Cup hopes still alive as Didier Deschamps issues reassuring injury update - but tells Arsenal star to put Champions League final upset behind him

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William Saliba's Fitness for the World Cup

Didier Deschamps has reassured fans that William Saliba's back issue is not a long-term concern, increasing his chances of making France's squad for the 2026 World Cup.

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The Mental Hurdle for Saliba

Saliba faces a psychological challenge after experiencing defeat in the Champions League final. Deschamps emphasizes the importance of putting the setback behind him to focus on future opportunities.

Published on Jun 3, 2026