Ballon d'Or winner sues minister over allegations
Football superstar Karim Benzema says his name has been dragged through the mud after the minister's accusations.
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France's divorce from world's best player confirmed
Karim Benzema indicated he is retiring from internationals in a post on social networks, a day after the team lost the World Cup final without him.
Why world's best player can't crack French team
The reigning world player of the year is available to play for France in the World Cup final - here's why they won't pick him.
Major Socceroos boost as world's best ruled out
World Cup defending champions France have suffered a massive loss on the eve of the tournament.
'Absolutely catastrophic' France implosion brewing
France are in a vulnerable position heading into the 2022 World Cup, and Australia could take full advantage.
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'Wild' seven-goal Champions League thriller
Karim Benzema was the man of the moment but it wasn't enough in a wild Champions League semi-final.
Madrid star sentenced over bizarre sex tape case
Real Madrid star Karim Benzema was given a suspended jail sentence and a monster fine after blackmail against a teammate.
Benzema accused of attempted kidnapping
Real Madrid star Karim Benzema has hit back at allegations that he was involved in the attempted kidnapping of his former agent, saying the story is a complete fabrication.
Benzema upstages Ronaldo, Real into final
Real Madrid striker Karin Benzema somehow beat three opposition defenders - and the byline - to set up a goal and book his side's spot in the Champions League final.
Social media reacts angrily to petty Ronaldo
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons after arguing with a referee despite a teammate scoring a goal.