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William Saliba given major World Cup blow ahead of France clash amid Didier Deschamps choice

Arsenal's star centre-back William Saliba has been warned that things won't be the same for France as they are for his club.

The 21-year-old earned a call-up to Didier Deschamps' 26-man squad for the World Cup and Les Bleus start their defence of the world crown on Tuesday night against Australia.

Having previously not played a game for the Gunners Saliba has already become one of Mikel Arteta's most important players after taking quickly to life in the Premier League. He's now played all 14 matches, only being subbed off in one game.

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