French - Athlete | December 19, 1987 -
I started with Paul Le Guen. He told me to double up in positions if he was missing a left back or a midfielder. From that moment, it was clear in my mind that I would be a professional footballer, and I began working even faster to get there.
Karim Benzema
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Gerard Houllier is a great coach. He made me grow. He gave me chances in big games, which raised my confidence. It opened my eyes to what I could do. It was through him that I managed to trust myself.
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One must just keep having good seasons with many great matches, whether one is with the club or the French national side. For me, this must be a player's goal in his head, even if it's an individual trophy, and the first thought must be on the collective.
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What I have more of a problem accepting is the criticism of former players turned journalists, who - some of them - spread their hatred.
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As long as Didier Deschamps is coach, I have no chance of getting back into the France team.
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Personally, what goes beyond sport, you have to put to one side. You need the best to win trophies.
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