Karim Benzema is not expected to attend the World Cup final amid rumours he's cut off from Didier Deschamps' team once again.
Benzema, 34, is eligible to play for France against Argentina at the Lusail Stadium because he was included in their 26-player squad. The Ballon d'Or holder suffered a thigh injury of the eve on the tournament in Qatar, but Deschamps did not call up a replacement.
There are rumours Benzema is close to a return to fitness. Even if he's not fit enough to play in Sunday's final, he could still attend the game to accept a medal. Yet it's believed he has no intention of returning to the squad after allegedly falling out with Deschamps.
