Benzema discussed the situation at Real Madrid

Karim Benzema, who left the door open to playing in the 2026 World Cup, recently analyzed Real Madrid’s struggles in an interview with L’Équipe. He attributed the team’s poor form, having won only two of eight matches, to a disconnect among key stars like Mbappé, Vinicius, Bellingham, and Rodrygo.

Benzema insisted these players must embrace specific tactical roles rather than letting individual egos dominate the pitch. He argued that while manager Xabi Alonso selects the starting team, the players themselves must accept a hierarchy and prioritize collective success over personal glory. Furthermore, Benzema highlighted a significant leadership void in the dressing room, noting that no experienced figure currently exists to correct the young stars. He praised Mbappé's scoring ability but urged him to become a true leader during decisive moments.

Ultimately, the legendary striker confirmed he would return to the French national team if selected for the upcoming global tournament.