Karim Benzema is the latest star to be robbed of a place at the World Cup, leaving France to reshuffle their pack.
Les Blues would've been expecting the Ballon d'Or winner to play a leading role at the World Cup, having returned to the international game after a lengthy period away. A thigh problem now means he won't feature in Qatar after an MRI scan confirmed he would "require a three-week recovery period".
The world champions are not short of options, however, with Didier Deschamps having an embarrassment of riches. It means he is able to switch things up ahead of their opening game against Australia on Tuesday. That said, the preparation is still less than ideal.
