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Karim Benzema under fire for refusing to sing French anthem

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Karim Benzema is at the centre of discussion in France after it was reported he refused to sing La Marseillaise. His agent responded that a footballer does not come to play in order to sing, defending the France international's choice not to join in the national anthem. The remarks have reignited debate in France over patriotism, footballers and public expectations around the anthem.

Why now: New comments from Benzema's agent defending his refusal to sing the French national anthem have reignited a recurring debate in France.

Karim BenzemaFrance national football teamMidi Libre

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• Karim Benzema refuse de chanter la Marseillaise : "Un joueur de foot ne vient pas pour chanter", son agent explique pourquoi l’international français ne chantait pas · Midi Libre

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