Karim Benzema Retires From International Football After Missing FIFA World Cup 2022 for France Due to Injury
Benzema had reportedly ruled out a return to the French national team ahead of the final. France played out a 3-3 draw with Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2022 final which they eventually went on to lose on penalties.
Karim Benzema has announced his retirement from international football after missing out for France in FIFA World Cup 2022 due to an injury. Benzema was ruled out at the start of the tournament and France failed to make it to a second consecutive title with a loss to Argentina in the final. Taking to social media, the Real Madrid striker made this announcement. He wrote, "I have written my story and ours is ending." Relive Emiliano Martinez's Spectacular Save in Extra Time To Deny France a Goal in Dying Moments of FIFA World Cup 2022 Final (Watch Video)
Karim Benzema Announces Retirement from International Football:
I made the effort and the mistakes it took to be where I am today and I'm proud of it!
I have written my story and ours is ending. #Nueve pic.twitter.com/7LYEzbpHEs
— Karim Benzema (@Benzema) December 19, 2022
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