When asked if Karim Benzema could play in the World Cup championship game, France manager Didier Deschamps delivered a cryptic response, sighing before smirking and quickly responding, "next question."
With goals from Theo Hernandez and Randal Kolo Muani, Les Bleus defeated Morocco 2-0 on Wednesday night to advance to the World Cup final against Argentina on Sunday. However, there has been much talk about whether Benzema might make an incredible comeback after missing the entire tournament due to injury.
The Real Madrid player, who has only recently started training again, is amazingly still listed as a member of France's squad, so if he recovers in time for the crucial match, he could play a part in the championship game.
In his post-game press conference, Deschamps remained mum when a reporter questioned him about Benzema.
There is a story today that Karim Benzema may return to Qatar, the reporter claimed. Is it true, first of all? And secondly, if it is, is there any chance you might be able to use him briefly in the championship if you need him?
Deschamps closed his eyes and at first seemed annoyed by the inquiry.
I don't really want to answer that question, he remarked before quickly adding, "Next question," while grinning.
He turned his head and replied, "I do apologies," before breaking out in a smile.
In the group stages, the Frenchman was questioned about Benzema once more and responded in a similar manner.
‘Wow. At the time, he replied, "Well, I'm not sure [what to say], that's really not anything that I'm thinking about." Although I haven't really been paying attention to who has been saying what, you appear to know a lot about the situation.
After suffering a thigh injury during France's first full training session in Qatar, Benzema was declared out of the World Cup.
Despite not playing a single minute of the World Cup, the 34-year-old has now returned to training with Real Madrid at their Valdebebas training facility, according to Marca, igniting enthusiasm among fans that he could make a dramatic comeback and play a part in the final.
According to reports, Benzema has totally healed from the injury after taking home the Ballon d'Or for the first time in his career this year.
He was initially anticipated to be sidelined for at least three weeks.
Olivier Giroud, a striker, has performed admirably in his position in Qatar, scoring four goals to propel his team to the championship game on Sunday.
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