At long last, Karim Benzema spoke publicly about a couple of issues his fans were wondering about: How does he feel about being excluded from the French National Team, and how could he cope with the French President's criticism?
Speaking with French newspaper Le Parisien, Benzema didn't deny he wishes to make a comeback with Les Bleus, a team that lost the 2016 UEFA Euro at home against Portugal.
"I hope I do get a call from the national team, but I am not going to get anxious about it. For me, it's important to go back to playing with France, but that's all. I have to concentrate on making sure I play well for my club," Benzema stated.
The French striker has scored 3 goals in six La Liga appearances for Los Blancos this term, earning Man of the Match honours one time.
Earlier this week, excerpts from Francois Hollande's upcoming book were published by Le Monde. The French President blasted Benzema by revealing he didn't consider him to be "an example of morality." Benzema replied in style, hinting he believes the politician had no idea what he was talking about.
"What do you want me to say? That I am not an example? I play football, I make people enjoy themselves and I was well educated by my parents," Benzema replied.
Benzema's court case is expected to be settled by the end of the year, leaving it up to coach Didier Deschamps to decide if he will call up the exiled striker again. Players like Antoine Griezmann have publicly stated their support for Benzema, but French politicians and the French Football Federation's president remain doubtful about his contribution to the team.
