Defensive player selected in France's 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup; Arsenal defender who scored against Chelsea from a corner.
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William Saliba hobbled off with an injury after 31 minutes
“France's rocky start got worse after 31 minutes when key central defender William Saliba hobbled off with an injury to be replaced by Maxence Lacroix.”
Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup finalThe Namibian
William Saliba rested a sore back
“France were without Arsenal defender William Saliba as he rested a sore back, so Maxence Lacroix of Crystal Palace replaced him.”
Dembele hits hat-trick as France thrash second string Norway at World CupThe Namibian
William Saliba made wayward pass leading to Trincao chance
“William Saliba's wayward pass led to Francisco Trincao curling wide from the edge of the area.”
Arsenal survive tense Sporting stalemate to reach Champions League semisThe Namibian
William Saliba scored his first goal since December 2024 to put Arsenal ahead
“William Saliba's first goal since December 2024 put Arsenal ahead in the first half at the Emirates Stadium.”
Arsenal win set piece battle to sink Chelsea in title boostSpain beat tournament favourites France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro, to advance to Sunday's final where they will face either Argentina or England.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
Spain beat tournament favourites France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro, to advance to Sunday's final where they will face either Argentina or England.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
France has won all four games so far with 13 goals scored, including a 3-0 defeat of Sweden, and faces Paraguay in the last 16. Kylian Mbappe has scored six goals in the tournament and has 18 in 18 World Cup appearances.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Ousmane Dembele scored a hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1, with Dembele opening in the seventh minute, scoring again on 20 minutes, and completing the hat-trick in the 32nd—one of the earliest in World Cup history. France advanced as Group I winners with nine points and 10 goals in three matches.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest. Arsenal have never won the trophy but aim to add it to their first Premier League title in 22 years.
30 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal are attempting to win their first Champions League trophy by facing defending champion Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on Saturday. PSG, who won the trophy 14 years after Qatar Sports Investments took over the club, are favourites to defend after Luis Enrique rebuilt the side following the departures of Messi, Neymar and Mbappe, while Arsenal are returning to Europe's biggest stage for the first time since their 2006 final loss to Barcelona.
29 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain meet in Saturday's Champions League final in a clash of styles—PSG with continental attacking prowess against Mikel Arteta's pragmatic, defensive Arsenal, who have conceded only six goals in 14 matches while PSG have let in 22.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Coach Didier Deschamps announced France's squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with Kylian Mbappe set to spearhead the attack and likely captain the team despite a recent thigh injury. The squad includes attacking talent such as Ballon d'Or holder Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, and Michael Olise, alongside defensive players including William Saliba and Dayot Upamecano.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal reached the Champions League semi-finals after a goalless draw against Sporting Lisbon secured a 1-0 aggregate victory, though the Gunners played below par and will face Atletico Madrid next. Despite the progression, Arsenal's recent struggles—including losses to Manchester City, Southampton, and Bournemouth—have raised questions about the team's character as they chase the Premier League title.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated 10-man Chelsea 2-1 in a Premier League match decided by set-piece excellence, with Jurrien Timber's second-half header securing the win after William Saliba had opened the scoring from a corner. The victory reestablished Arsenal's five-point lead over Manchester City with nine games remaining in their pursuit of a first English title since 2004.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal drew 1-1 with Brentford in the Premier League, with Noni Madueke's goal cancelled out by Keane Lewis-Potter's equaliser. Arsenal's lead at the top now stands at four points with 12 games remaining, while Brentford remain in seventh place.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →