France will be without one of their defense leaders today 2026 FIFA World Cup match for third place at Miami Stadium in Florida against England. William Saliba was ruled out due to aggravation of his back injury during Semi-final defeat of France from Spain with a score of 2:0.,, clue Didier Deschamps remove him from XI though the defender is still allowed to appear on the bench.
Arsenal The centre-back was forced to leave the field just 30 minutes into Tuesday’s semi-final due to severe discomfort. Although Saliba battled injury throughout the tournament, he was unable to continue and was substituted before half-time. FIFA has appointed Venezuelan referee Jesus Valenzuela to take charge of Saturday’s match.
WITH France faces different scenarios depending on whether it wins, draws or loses to England today.and aiming to end their World Cup campaign with victory, Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix will replace Saliba in central defense Ibrahim Konate.
What happened to William Saliba?
Saliba has reportedly been playing since March due to a broken back.and France coach Didier Deschamps said the defender relied heavily on painkillers to stay fit during the World Cup.
William Saliba (No. 17) of France leaves the field with medical staff after being injured. Lars Baron/Getty Images
Medical tests determined that although the fracture had not worsened significantly, the discomfort was too severe for him to start today’s match. it remains available as a replacement if necessary.
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