Is Benzema going to make a sensational return for World Cup final?

France boss Didier Deschamps has refused to rule out a sensational return for Karim Benzema at the World Cup final.

The Ballon D'or winner suffered a thigh injury in France's first training session in Qatar.

However, Deschamps did not replace him in the squad and the Real Madrid striker could be available for selection, if he was deemed fit enough.

In his post-match press conference tonight, Deschamps was asked: “There’s a report today that Benzema could come back to Qatar. First of all, is it true? And is there any possibility that you could use him for a few minutes, if you needed him?”

Deschamps looked exasperated, then smiled and replied: “I don’t really want to answer that question. Next question. I do apologize.”