William Saliba

Updated Sep 2, 2026, 2:31 a.m. · 8 stories

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   2026 FC 100: Where does Cubarsí rank among best center backs in men's soccer?

   With the World Cup over, who were the best men's soccer center backs in the world this past year? Our global vote has you covered in the 10th anniversary edition of the ESPN FC 100.

   ESPN · Aug 18, 3:53 a.m. · Open story

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   Why Arsenal's William Saliba had to be the FC 100's best center-back

   Why Arsenal's William Saliba had to be the FC 100's best center back

   ESPN · Aug 18, 3:51 a.m. · Open story

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   Premier League Top 50: Ranking best players before 2026-27 season

   Ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season, let's rank the best 50 players to keep an eye on.

   ESPN · Aug 17, 12:53 a.m. · Open story

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   Arsenal's William Saliba to miss extended period with back injury, avoids surgery

   Arsenal have confirmed that William Saliba will not require back surgery but will be out for an extended period.

   ESPN · Jul 22, 2:53 p.m. · Open story

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   France's William Saliba playing through pain at World Cup with 'gritted teeth'

   William Saliba has said he has been playing through pain for several months but the Arsenal defender has been inspired to keep pushing by the opportunity to make history.

   ESPN · Jun 21, 8:30 a.m. · Open story

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   William Saliba fit for France's World Cup bid - sources

   William Saliba has passed fit to play for France at the World Cup and should start in their last friendly before the tournament against Northern Ireland in Lille.

   ESPN · Jun 8, 8:38 a.m. · Open story

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   France boss Didier Deschamps eases William Saliba injury fears ahead of World Cup

   France head coach Didier Deschamps has eased fears surrounding the fitness of centre-back William Saliba ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

   ESPN · Jun 3, 11:09 a.m. · Open story

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   France's William Saliba very doubtful for World Cup - sources

   Arsenal and France defender William Saliba is very doubtful for the World Cup after injuring his back a few weeks ago, sources told ESPN.

   ESPN · Jun 1, 5:40 a.m. · Open story

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