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Saliba Injury Shakes France's World Cup Dreams
14 Jul
Summary
- William Saliba left the World Cup semifinal match with an apparent injury.
- France conceded a penalty goal moments after Saliba's withdrawal.
- Maxence Lacroix replaced Saliba during the crucial match.
France's World Cup campaign faced a significant setback during their semifinal clash with Spain. William Saliba, a key defender for the French squad, was forced to leave the pitch in the first half due to an apparent injury. He required assistance from medical staff to exit the field, highlighting the severity of the issue.
Moments before Saliba's departure, France fell behind in the crucial match. A penalty was awarded to Spain after Lucas Digne committed a foul inside the box. Mikel Oyarzabal successfully converted the penalty, giving Spain a vital lead. Maxence Lacroix was substituted in to replace the injured Saliba, as France aimed to recover from the double blow.
