Arsenal defender William Saliba missed France training sessions ahead of the team’s World Cup opening match against Senegal, raising concern about his fitness.
French staff did not immediately confirm whether Saliba would be available for the opener, leaving his status uncertain days before kickoff.
Saliba has been a central figure in France’s back line during recent international cycles and would be difficult to replace at short notice.
Senegal opens its campaign against the defending champions in a fixture that will test France’s depth if Saliba is sidelined.
The tournament features 48 teams competing across 16 host cities in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
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