Exploring William Saliba's Personal Life- Parents, Siblings, Ethnicity & Family Background

One of the most regular players on the France national team for the 2026 World Cup has been William Saliba. Saliba is one of the first-choice center backs of the team and has been exceptional throughout the tournament.

Saliba will start for France against Spain in the 2026 World Cup semifinals at Dallas Stadium.

Saliba's partnership with Dayot Upamecano has been considered solid, and the team only conceded one goal with him on the pitch.

What We Know About William Saliba's Personal Life

William Saliba was born in Bondy, Seine-Saint-Denis, France, to a Lebanese father and a Cameroonian mother. His parents' information is not public, but the defender did speak about the tragic loss of his mother in 2019.

Saliba has family in Douala, Cameroon, and was eligible to play for the Cameroon national team, but he chose to represent France.

Saliba has one younger brother, who has supported him at Arsenal games at the Emirates Stadium.

Saliba has not publicly revealed having a girlfriend and keeps most of his personal life private.

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This story was originally published July 14, 2026 at 11:38 AM.