William Saliba, alleged to have played with a fractured spine in the World Cup, could be sidelined for five months
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- It was reported that William Saliba suffered a spinal fracture during the semi-final match against Spain.
- The French defender continued to play in the World Cup with painkillers despite a months-long back injury.
- The player is expected to undergo surgery and is likely to be away from the football pitches for about five months.
- France, defeated 2-0 by Spain, will face England for third place.
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It has emerged that William Saliba, the successful defender of Arsenal representing France in the 2026 World Cup, has been struggling with a back injury for months. It has been claimed that the French player suffered a spinal fracture before the semi-final match against Spain and remained on the pitch with the help of painkillers. However, unable to bear it in the first half of the semi-final, he was forced to leave the game.
While continuing his involvement in both the Premier League and the Champions League with his club Arsenal since the end of the season, Saliba also continued to play for the national team. Stating that he gritted his teeth and stayed on the pitch because the World Cup takes place every four years, despite knowing the extent of his injury, the player accepted no excuses.
According to a report from the French outlet RMC Sport, it is stated that the defender has a fracture in his spine and may undergo surgery. It has come to light that Saliba will be away from the pitches for about five months and will only be able to return to games in 2027. This situation also caused him to miss France's third-place match against England.
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- What is the extent of William Saliba's injury?
- According to RMC Sport, Saliba suffered a fracture/crack in his spinal bone. It is reported that he may undergo surgery for treatment and faces a long recovery process.
- How long will Saliba be sidelined with this injury?
- The French defender is expected to be away from the pitches for approximately five months and will only be able to return to play in 2027.
- Why did the player continue to play in the World Cup despite being injured?
- Saliba stated that he gritted his teeth and stayed on the pitches because the World Cup is held every four years, in addition to competing in the Champions League and Premier League.