Arsenal defender William Saliba faces a challenging situation as he may miss the upcoming World Cup due to an injury sustained during the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. The match, held on Saturday at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, ended in a penalty shootout loss for Arsenal after a 1-1 draw following extra time.

Injury Concerns Following Champions League Final

Saliba, 25, played the entire 120 minutes of the final, but reports indicate that he was already dealing with a minor injury that worsened during the match. According to Foot Mercato, this setback raises concerns about his fitness for the World Cup, which is set to begin on June 11 in North America.

Impact on France's World Cup Squad

Saliba has established himself as a key player in France's defense, partnering with Bayern Munich's Dayot Upamecano. However, with the World Cup approaching, manager Didier Deschamps may need to adjust his defensive lineup if Saliba is unable to recover in time. France's opening match is scheduled for June 16 against Senegal, followed by fixtures against Iraq on June 22 and Norway on June 26.

As Saliba aims to return to fitness, he is determined to contribute to France's World Cup campaign after playing a pivotal role in Arsenal's recent Premier League title victory. The team secured the championship for the first time since 2004, narrowly finishing ahead of Manchester City. Despite this success, Saliba and Arsenal were unable to claim the Champions League trophy, falling short against PSG.