Even if the team is on cloud nine, the shadow of Karim Benzema continues to hover over the group. The Real Madrid striker had, as a reminder, had to forfeit just before the start of the tournament. Since then, his rehabilitation would go rather well. So much so that his return to competition would be close. This will not be enough to play the final, obviously. But officially, Benzema is still part of Didier Deschamps’ list of 26. Which leaves the door ajar…
“Pfff…”
In a press conference following the victory once morest Morocco, Deschamps was even asked regarding a possible presence of the Ballon d’Or on Sunday. Either to come and support his teammates, or to… take a seat on the bench. The response from “DD” was pretty firm. “Pfff… I’d rather not even answer you. Come on, next question“Laconically replied the coach of the Blues. Enough to bury the debate once and for all.
