William Saliba Battles Injury at World Cup
William Saliba is fighting through a back injury at the World Cup after a demanding season with Arsenal.
He's accepted he must put his body on the line to help France win the tournament.
The coaching staff are handling his injury well, but Saliba isn't at 100 per cent.
France has enough quality to carry them through, with captain Kylian Mbappe scoring twice against Senegal.
Arsenal transfer target Bradley Barcola also scored in the match.
Michael Olise sparkled in the game, and his stock continues to rise with every match.
Saliba wants Olise to stay grounded amid comparisons to France legends like Zinedine Zidane.
Olise can do everything on the pitch, and Saliba hopes he becomes a player like Zidane.
Barcola may join Saliba at Arsenal next season, as he's at a crossroads in his career with PSG.
He's on the verge of entering the final two years of his contract, and Liverpool is also monitoring his situation.
Saliba and France will face Iraq next, and Barcola may start after Desire Doue failed to impress.
The World Cup is a priority for Saliba, and he's willing to grit his teeth to help his team succeed.
France's coaching staff will continue to handle Saliba's injury carefully to ensure he can contribute to the team's success.
As the tournament progresses, Saliba's injury will be closely watched, and his ability to perform will be crucial for France's chances.