Saliba Doubtful For World Cup With Back Injury

Arsenal center back William Saliba is facing a race against time to be fit for the World Cup after suffering a back injury that could rule him out of the tournament. The 25-year-old underwent scans Monday as fears mount that he requires an extended period of rest and treatment.

Saliba was already carrying the injury into the Champions League final against PSG where he played the full 120 minutes before reportedly aggravating the issue during the penalty shootout loss. His absence would be a major blow for France, who would have to rely on Ibrahima Konaté, Jules Koundé, and Dayot Upamecano in their World Cup campaign. sport-ipl.my