Looking ahead to the World Cup, Saliba is motivated by his experience as a substitute in Qatar, where he managed just 27 minutes of action. He views the upcoming tournament as his true debut on the world stage. The 2022 final loss remains a source of motivation for the Frenchman, who is eager for the opportunity to face Argentina again and rectify the heartbreak of the previous competition.
Saliba identified several major threats to France’s hopes of a third title, listing Argentina, Spain, Brazil, England, and Portugal as primary contenders. “Argentina. When a team beats you the way they beat us, you want to play them again. You want revenge,” he said.
