William Saliba

The definition of composed defending. He wins battles without looking like he’s fighting and makes Arsenal’s high line feel safe.

France | Defender

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Saliba blends pace, calm reading of danger and elite one-v-one defending. Comfortable stepping out with the ball, he breaks pressure with carries and sharp passing, and his presence allows Arsenal to defend higher and play braver football.

Season Snapshot

League only
Minutes played
1355
79.70 per match
Tackles won
8
Interceptions
7
Clean sheets contributed
63
as defensive proxy

Team Stats

Per 90 & season totals
Appearances
17
Minutes played
1355
Tackles won
8
Interceptions
7
Clearances
63
Blocks
4

League Rankings

Among Premier League Stats defenders
Tackles won
88th of 152
Interceptions
99th of 156
Clearances
49th of 164
Blocks
91st of 143

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William Saliba: The Calm That Holds the Line

He defends like the game is slowed down for him.

Saliba doesn’t scramble, he measures. The striker thinks there’s space, then Saliba arrives with perfect timing, taking the ball cleanly and turning defence into attack.

There’s a modern edge to his dominance. He can sprint backwards to erase counters, step into midfield to intercept, then carry forward as if he’s starting a counter himself. With Saliba, Arsenal’s back line isn’t just strong, it’s elegant, and that elegance changes how opponents approach the game.

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