William Saliba returns to training with France ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 4:53 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
William Saliba has returned to team training with the French national squad as they prepare for their World Cup opener against Senegal. The Arsenal defender, who had been dealing with a back injury sustained during the Champions League final, is reportedly making progress but his participation in the tournament remains uncertain. France head coach Didier Deschamps faces key decisions regarding squad fitness and formation as they aim for a strong start in the competition. The kickoff for the match against Senegal is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday.
- •Saliba returns to training camp with France amid injury concerns.
- •He suffered a back injury in the Champions League final in May.
- •France will face Senegal in their World Cup opener on Tuesday.
- •Saliba previously played in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- •His status for the tournament remains unclear.
- 4:53 AMYahoo Sports — France receives positive update on Arsenal defender amid injury woes
"It appears that William Saliba is taking a big step towards returning to the pitch.
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