Benzema in Argentina vs. France? The versions about the presence of the striker in the Qatar 2022 final

Before the match against Morocco, international media indicated that Karim Benzema could return to France to close the World Cup. Despite leaving the camp due to injury, the striker was never replaced and still appears on the official list of the Qatar 2022 team. So, throughout the tournament, the possibility of returning arose, once he had recovered from the discomfort that marginalized him

However, after beating the African representative to obtain the ticket for the World Cup final, more versions were known regarding the potential return of ‘9’. What’s more, Didier Deschamps, at the press conference, was consulted in relation to this matter and the reaction of the technical director made it clear what they think about the inmate.

What did Deschamps say about Benzema?

The French coach has been blunt every time the case of Benzema was mentioned. “I don’t know who said I could come back… I’m taking care of 24 players here”he said on November 29. A few hours ago, after confirming the match against Argentina, the coach once again seemed uncomfortable with the questions about it.

In this sense, Deschamps seems to have settled everything with the following reply in the press room: “I’m not going to answer, next question”, he stated. Once again, the DT distanced himself from Karim, one of the men he trusted again throughout the qualification process for Qatar 2022.

Benzema’s position

According to information from Mundo Deportivo and Relevo, the ‘Cat’ has taken note of each of the French strategist’s words. So, the Real Madrid striker prefers to stay on the sidelines and has made the decision not to attend the World Cup final this Sunday at the Iconic Stadium in Lusail.

On top of that, there is annoyance on the side of the 34-year-old footballer because since he left the national team he has not received any calls from the Football Federation. Thus, the player considers that the president Noel Le Graet have not supported him. In contrast, his colleagues did speak out with messages on social networks or in private.

Benzema to Qatar, green light from Real Madrid

In turn, the newspaper AS points out that if Karim wants to travel to Qatar, the merengue club will not hinder him from doing so. Likewise, the Spanish newspaper mentions that the role of scorer in Argentina vs. France would be like one of the fans entering the colossus that will host the most anticipated match of the competition.

Of course, Benzema would have a leading role in the celebration, because by continuing to be registered on the ‘Les Bleus’ payroll, he can receive the champion’s medal, in case the Europeans win. In any case, the last word will be with the athlete, who would not be comfortable with Deschamps’ statements.