I don't know what really happened to the France national team, Benzema is actually quite fit but it seems they are trying to focus more on letting young players play. Benzema is the best player and the recipient of the balloon d'or, it looks like they are trying to raise mbappe's prestige.

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I don't think it has anything to do with Mbappe. The media said he's fit but if the France coach doesn't call him then he has his reasons. Benzema been in the squad will not hinder Mbappe in any. Even Messi couldn't stop Mbappe from shining. They don't lay the same wing also. Then there's the issue of Giroud. He's been very decent in the world cup and scoring goals, bringing Benzema to the mix now might just kill the rhythm of the team. Not to add that Benzema is not in the form he was last season that led him to win the balon d'or.