Karim Benzema, the French national team striker of Algerian origin, was unable to participate in the two matches against Uruguay and Brazil during the South American tour. The reason cited is that Benzema is experiencing pain behind his knee, likely due to the presence of a small cyst. Despite the discomfort, he was retained by his club for the last day of La Liga and arrived in Montevideo on Monday.
France’s coach, Didier Deschamps, acknowledged Benzema’s situation during a press conference, praising the striker’s commitment to the national team. Deschamps stated, “He has a problem which does not date from today and which he will resolve after the tour. In relation to that, he could have said he wasn’t fit, but he really wanted to come here. It shows that he is very attached to the French team.”
The coach’s remarks highlight Benzema’s dedication to representing his country, even in the face of physical challenges. It is expected that Benzema will address and resolve the knee issue after the completion of the tour.
