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Deschamps insists Giroud and Benzema sit with eachother at France meals

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud will be seated next to Real Madrid ace Karim Benzema during France’s team meals at Clairefontaine.

Prior to his recall, Benzema took aim at Giroud in the press over his place in France’s squad.

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L’Equipe says coach Didier Deschamps has placed the Madrid star in a rather awkward position during meals at the French training base.

The 33-year-old will be sat next to Chelsea star Giroud, as well as Antoine Griezmann, Leo Dubois, Raphael Varane, Lucas Hernandez, Benjamin Pavard and Hugo Lloris.

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Benzema’s return has come as a huge boost for Deschamps, who already boasts a very strong squad. The 33-year-old’s inclusion makes the reigning world champions strong contenders to lift the trophy at Wembley on July 11.

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