Before the World Cup, Karim Benzema announced on social media that the injury would prevent him from participating in the tournament and would like to free up space for other players. The decision was to be made only by the player. Now the French “L’Equipe” confirms this information and adds that Benzema has severed contacts with the entire coaching staff.
Karim Benzema fighting with Didier Deschamps. A possible end for the striker in the French national team
Karim Benzema has missed several Real Madrid games this season due to injury, but has managed to recover in preparation for the World Cup in Qatar. During one of the trainings of the national team, however, he suffered another injury and his performance at the World Cup was questionable. Finally, he did not play in Qatar, but “L’Equipe” informs that it was not his decision, as originally argued.
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According to a source, Benzema was sent home by Didier Deschamps and the French team doctor. Then the atmosphere in the middle of the team was to improve significantly. Benzema allegedly didn’t want to take his place in the squad, but he didn’t want to leave either. He was upset by the decision of the staff and cut off all contacts with the coach. If Didier Deschamps continues to coach the national team after the World Cup, the Real Madrid striker may never play for the national team again. In addition, the staff did not even consider bringing the striker to the final, as reported by the media. .
French President Emmanuel Macron also invited Karim Benzema to the final match, but the player rejected the offer to fly the presidential plane to Qatar.
It is worth noting that Benzema also did not play for the national team during Euro 2016 and the 2018 World Cup due to the scandal related to blackmailing former national team player Mathieu Valbuena. The attacker allegedly threatened a colleague with the publication of his sex tape.
The final match of the World Cup in Qatar between Argentina and France will be played on Sunday, December 18 at 16:00 at Lusail Stadium.
Source: Sport
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