You had to see him like a kid seize the trophy of the League of Nations, multiply the accolades with his partners, inhale with delight one last time the light and joyful atmosphere that emanated from the mythical lawn of San Siro on Sunday evening.
A way for Karim Benzema to stretch this moment of grace, to take advantage of every moment for what represents his first trophy with the France team.
Incomparable with a World Cup and a Euro, everyone agrees, but damn nice nonetheless.
In the quest for this victory, tasty and liberating for a group guided by the spirit of reconquest after the failed summer, the 33-year-old striker was one of the great men of this final against Spain (1-2 ).
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His masterful goal in the 66th minute of play had the merit of reviving his and showering the enthusiasm of La Roja.
One way to confirm the adage that the important moments of a match often belong to the great players.
Karim Benzema is part
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