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The story between Karim Benzema and the France team has often been eventful. And it may not be completely finished.
In December 2002, in a message published on social networks, Karim Benzema announced the end of his international career. The French striker was then unable to participate in the World Cup in Qatar with the Blues due to an injury.
However, a return of the Lyon native in the rooster jersey cannot be completely ruled out. Indeed, the center forward of Al-Ittihad Club (Saudi Arabia) remains eligible for a call-up for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which will take place from July 24 to August 10. Hugo Lloris and Raphaël Varane, who also announced their international retirement after the last World Cup, are also.
Giroud rather than Benzema?
Could these three players wear the tricolor tunic again next summer? “If they want to and Thierry Henry needs them, that’s perfect. The goal is to have the best team. It’s Thierry who chooses, they can be candidates like many others”replied Didier Deschamps at a press conference.
As a reminder, the coach of the France Espoirs team will have the possibility of calling on three players over the age of 23 for this competition. Olivier Giroud and Antoine Griezmann could be among the lucky ones, while Kylian Mbappé risks being retained by his future club, Real Madrid.
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