Euro 2020 qualifiers: Benzema hits out at continued French exile
5 years, 1 month ago

Euro 2020 qualifiers: Benzema hits out at continued French exile

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane had made the case for striker Karim Benzema to return to the France national team based on form. Benzema has told French Football Federation president Noel Le Graet he and he alone will decide when the time to end his international retirement will come. Le Graet told French radio that Benzema’s adventure with the French team was finished. Coach Didier Deschamps has maintained Benzema’s omission is in the best interests of the French squad, who won last year’s World Cup without him.

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Benzema files defamation suit against France's interior minister over Muslim Brotherhood allegations
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Benzema files defamation suit against France's interior minister over Muslim Brotherhood allegations

Hindustan Times  

Karim Benzema has filed a defamation lawsuit against France's Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin, who accused the soccer star of having links to the Muslim Brotherhood. French football player Karim Benzema and a picture of French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Darmanin said in October that Benzema had “a notorious link" to the Brotherhood — a pan-Arab Islamist …

Benzema’s Real exit ‘surprise to everyone’, says Ancelotti
1 year, 7 months ago

Benzema’s Real exit ‘surprise to everyone’, says Ancelotti

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema’s decision to leave Real Madrid after 14 trophy-laden years was a surprise, manager Carlo Ancelotti said, but insisted that the Ballon d’Or winner has earned the right to choose. Having joined Real in 2009 from Olympique Lyonnais, Benzema became the spearhead of the club’s attack and their main goal-scoring threat after Cristiano Ronaldo left for Juventus in 2018. …

Benzema scores in final game with Madrid; Vinícius back in team after racial abuse
1 year, 7 months ago

Benzema scores in final game with Madrid; Vinícius back in team after racial abuse

Associated Press  

MADRID — Karim Benzema converted his penalty kick and received a standing ovation from fans before being substituted at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, bringing an end to his memorable career with Real Madrid on Sunday. Benzema was replaced after scoring the 72nd-minute equalizer in Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Athletic Bilbao in his final game with the Spanish powerhouse after 14 …

Striker Karim Benzema will not return to Real Madrid next season
1 year, 7 months ago

Striker Karim Benzema will not return to Real Madrid next season

Associated Press  

MADRID — Karim Benzema will not stay with Real Madrid next season, the club said Sunday. Real Madrid said it reached an agreement with the French striker to “to bring his brilliant and unforgettable time as a player at our club to a close.” Benzema scored with a second-half penalty kick in his final game with Madrid later Sunday — …

Real Madrid vs Athletic Club: Karim Benzema scores in his final game for Los Blancos
1 year, 7 months ago

Real Madrid vs Athletic Club: Karim Benzema scores in his final game for Los Blancos

The Hindu  

Real Madrid’s star forward and captain Karim Benzema, who is set to leave the club after a 14-year career at the end of the 2022-23 season, scored in the final game for his side, against Athletic Club on Sunday at the Santiago Bernabeu. Benzema was honoured with the prestigious Ballon d’Or award in 2022 after playing a crucial role in …

Karim Benzema confirms Real Madrid departure as he eyes big-money move
1 year, 7 months ago

Karim Benzema confirms Real Madrid departure as he eyes big-money move

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Real Madrid have confirmed that their most-decorated player, …

Benzema to leave Real Madrid, to play last match against Athletic Bilbao on Sunday
1 year, 7 months ago

Benzema to leave Real Madrid, to play last match against Athletic Bilbao on Sunday

The Hindu  

Real Madrid’s star forward and captain Karim Benzema will leave the club after a 14-year career at the end of the 2022-23 season. “Real Madrid CF and our captain Karim Benzema have agreed to end his brilliant and unforgettable period as a player for our club. “Karim Benzema’s career at Real Madrid has been an example of behaviour and professionalism, …

'Thank you, until next time': Benzema signs off for season - and maybe his time at Real Madrid
1 year, 7 months ago

'Thank you, until next time': Benzema signs off for season - and maybe his time at Real Madrid

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid talisman Karim Benzema turned to vacuum therapy again as he bids to extend his trophy-laden career. Real Madrid fans hope that means he could be staying despite a mega-money offer join the Saudi Pro League this summer. Karim Benzema turned to vacuum therapy again as he bids to extend his trophy-laden career The 35-year-old finished the season with …

Euro 2024 qualifiers: New dawn for France as Mbappé leads team against Netherlands
1 year, 9 months ago

Euro 2024 qualifiers: New dawn for France as Mbappé leads team against Netherlands

The Hindu  

New captain, new goalkeeper, new defense, new governance — and major players retired. It seems like a new dawn for World Cup runner-up France as it begins European Championship qualifying without Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, and with Kylian Mbappé leading the team out at Stade de France against Netherlands on Friday. “The end of several players’ international careers means …

Benzema disputes ‘liar’ Deschamps after France coach reveals circumstances behind striker’s World Cup exit
1 year, 9 months ago

Benzema disputes ‘liar’ Deschamps after France coach reveals circumstances behind striker’s World Cup exit

Firstpost  

Benzema, who announced his international retirement the day after France lost the World Cup final on penalties to Argentina, appeared to dispute Deschamps’ version of events on social media. Paris: Karim Benzema has responded to Didier Deschamps’ claim that the striker told him “he wouldn’t have been ready” to play at the World Cup because of an injury by implying …

Under-fire French FA boss calls extraordinary meeting amid pressure to step aside
1 year, 11 months ago

Under-fire French FA boss calls extraordinary meeting amid pressure to step aside

The Hindu  

Under-fire French Football Federation chief Noel Le Graet has called an extraordinary meeting of the organisation for Wednesday, sources told AFP, at which he is expected to offer an explanation for controversial comments about Zinedine Zidane which have led to a barrage of criticism and calls for him to resign. On Sunday, Le Graet created a storm when he said …

French football president Noel Le Graet accused of improper conduct by agent
2 years ago

French football president Noel Le Graet accused of improper conduct by agent

The Hindu  

A sports agent has accused the president of the French football federation of improper conduct over several years, saying he only was interested in her sexually. The agent, 37-year-old Sonia Souid, said in an interview with L’Equipe sports daily that Le Graet repeatedly tried to approach her from 2013-17. France’s sports minister ordered an investigation into the federation in September …

Karim Benzema Takes Dig at France Boss Didier Deschamps With Cryptic Tweet
2 years ago

Karim Benzema Takes Dig at France Boss Didier Deschamps With Cryptic Tweet

News 18  

Karim Benzema posted a cryptic tweet with the caption ‘Cause once you look at it, you know!’ after his agent, Karim Djaziri shared information about Benzema’s medical tests. I have written my story and ours is ending.” Karim Benzema was part of the World cup squad that travelled to Qatar but was ruled off with a thigh injury before the …

Karim Benzema could’ve played FIFA World Cup knockouts, was sent back too early: Agent
2 years ago

Karim Benzema could’ve played FIFA World Cup knockouts, was sent back too early: Agent

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema’s agent has accused the French national team management that it had sent him home prematurely from the recently concluded FIFA World Cup. Je pose ça là mais avant ça j'ai consulté 3 spécialistes qui confirment le diagnostic que @Benzema aurait pu être apte à partir des 1/8 éme pour au moins être sur le banc! pic.twitter.com/wtOHhDeDVW — Karim …

‘I’ve written my story’: Karim Benzema hints at international retirement from France
2 years ago

‘I’ve written my story’: Karim Benzema hints at international retirement from France

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Karim Benzema has strongly suggested that he will …

Karim Benzema retires from international football after France's defeat to Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2022 final
2 years ago

Karim Benzema retires from international football after France's defeat to Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2022 final

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid captain Karim Benzema has announced his retirement from international football after France's heartbreaking defeat to Lionel Messi-led Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2022 final on Sunday. Benzema, who is celebrating his 35th birthday today, was ruled out of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the eve of France's campaign opener in Qatar. Benzema recently recovered from a …

Karim Benzema calls full time on international football career
2 years ago

Karim Benzema calls full time on international football career

Al Jazeera  

The 35-year-old Real Madrid striker missed France’s attempted defence of their World Cup title due to injury. French striker Karim Benzema has announced his retirement from international football on his 35th birthday, a day after Les Bleus lost to Argentina on penalties in the World Cup final. #Nueve pic.twitter.com/7LYEzbpHEs — Karim Benzema December 19, 2022 He was recalled for Euro …

Karim Benzema announces international retirement on his birthday; Know details
2 years ago

Karim Benzema announces international retirement on his birthday; Know details

India TV News  

Karim Benzema, France's star striker announced retirement from the international football on Monday. A day after his national team lost the FIFA World Cup final against Argentina, Benzema posted a message on social media handles on his 35th birthday. Benzema who was also named the UEFA Player of the Year in August, has moved up to second place on Madrid's …

Didier Deschamps Gives Update on Karim Benzema's Availability in World Cup Final Squad
2 years ago

Didier Deschamps Gives Update on Karim Benzema's Availability in World Cup Final Squad

News 18  

France manager Didier Deschamps denied all the reports of Karim Benzema returning to the World Cup squad and said that he will be working with only 24 players that he has got in the squad. Ahead of the first match in FIFA World Cup, Benzema was ruled out with injury and then Deschamps also lost Lucas Hernandez during the first …

Karim Benzema ruled out of World Cup final by Didier Deschamps
2 years ago

Karim Benzema ruled out of World Cup final by Didier Deschamps

The Independent  

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World Cup: Karim Benzema 'outraged' with France manager Didier Deschamps
2 years ago

World Cup: Karim Benzema 'outraged' with France manager Didier Deschamps

Daily Mail  

Karim Benzema is reportedly furious with France manager Didier Deschamps and has no plans of flying out to Qatar for the World Cup final. Spanish publication Libertad Digital have claimed that Benzema is unhappy with the treatment by Deschamps, who is claimed to have sent the striker home after his injury, while has also annoyed the Ballon d'Or winner with …

Karim Benzema set for shock return for World Cup final against Argentina: Reports
2 years ago

Karim Benzema set for shock return for World Cup final against Argentina: Reports

ABP News  

In the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022, French footballer Karim Benzema could make a comeback to the France squad to play the final against Argentina. “So reason tells me to give my place to someone who can help our squad have a great World Cup,” he had added. Earlier, France team suffered a huge blow when their star striker Karim …

France boss Didier Deschamps gives cryptic response about Karim Benzema playing in World Cup final
2 years ago

France boss Didier Deschamps gives cryptic response about Karim Benzema playing in World Cup final

Daily Mail  

France boss Didier Deschamps gave a cryptic response when asked if Karim Benzema could feature in the World Cup final - letting out a sigh before smirking and quickly saying 'next question'. Les Bleus booked their place in the World Cup final against Argentina on Sunday with a 2-0 win over Morocco on Wednesday night - thanks to goals from …

Karim Benzema returns to Real Madrid training after injury which ruled Frenchman out of World Cup
2 years ago

Karim Benzema returns to Real Madrid training after injury which ruled Frenchman out of World Cup

Daily Mail  

Karim Benzema has returned to training with Real Madrid after the injury which forced him to withdraw from the World Cup in Qatar, with the Ballon d'Or winner still listed as a part of France's squad for the tournament. Benzema was ruled out of the World Cup after sustaining a thigh injury during France's first full training session in Qatar. …

Karim Benzema is a 'LONG WAY from being 100 per cent fit and far from rejoining France' in Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

Karim Benzema is a 'LONG WAY from being 100 per cent fit and far from rejoining France' in Qatar

Daily Mail  

Karim Benzema has been pictured arriving at the La Reunion Roland-Garros airport ahead of his alleged holiday on the unique island in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The Real Madrid striker - who was ruled out of the World Cup after sustaining an injury during France's first full training session in Qatar - was pictured touching down on Tuesday …

France star Karim Benzema out for World Cup with leg injury
2 years, 1 month ago

France star Karim Benzema out for World Cup with leg injury

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — One month after raising the Ballon d’Or in triumph to crown his remarkable rise, Karim Benzema’s dream of winning the World Cup is over before he has even played a game in Qatar. Defending champion France’s World Cup hopes took a huge blow with the news that its star striker Benzema is out of the tournament after …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Karim Benzema ruled out for France; joins Pogba, Kante & Nkunku on injury list
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Karim Benzema ruled out for France; joins Pogba, Kante & Nkunku on injury list

India TV News  

Defending World Champions France have been dealt another big injury blow as Karim Benzema has been ruled out with a quadriceps injury. The latest blow sees Benzema join a string of French stars to miss the World Cup with Paul Pogba, N’Golo Kante and Christopher Nkunku already out. France coach Didier Deschamps added: "I am extremely sad for Karim who …

France’s Benzema out of FIFA World Cup 2022 with thigh tear
2 years, 1 month ago

France’s Benzema out of FIFA World Cup 2022 with thigh tear

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup Defending champion France’s World Cup hopes took a huge blow with the news that star striker Karim Benzema is out of the tournament after tearing a muscle in his left thigh during training on Saturday. "After hurting the quadriceps on his left thigh the Real Madrid striker is forced to give up on taking part in the …

World Cup 2022: Karim Benzema ruled out of tournament with thigh injury picked up in training
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup 2022: Karim Benzema ruled out of tournament with thigh injury picked up in training

The Independent  

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Karim Benzema is OUT of the World Cup after new injury in training
2 years, 1 month ago

Karim Benzema is OUT of the World Cup after new injury in training

Daily Mail  

Karim Benzema's World Cup dreams are over after he was ruled out of the tournament after suffering an injury in training. Karim Benzema's World Cup dream is reportedly over after suffering an injury on Saturday Benzema suffered a thigh injury in his first full training session after prior fitness issues In a message on Instagram Benzema said he had to …

France’s star striker Karim Benzema out of World Cup with injury
2 years, 1 month ago

France’s star striker Karim Benzema out of World Cup with injury

Al Jazeera  

Star forward hurt the quadriceps on his left thigh during a training session on Saturday and will need weeks to recover. France’s World Cup hopes have taken a huge blow with the news that star striker Karim Benzema is out of the tournament after tearing a muscle in his left thigh during training on Saturday. “After hurting the quadriceps on …

FIFA World Cup: France is out to correct Euro 2021 failure, says Rabiot
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: France is out to correct Euro 2021 failure, says Rabiot

The Hindu  

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot on Friday praised the defending world champions’ preparation for the Qatar World Cup as it looks to make amends for the early exit at last year’s Euro championship. Making his first World Cup appearance after having failed to make the squad that won the title four years ago, Rabiot said the team was able to prepare …

Benzema hopes to crown comeback with a World Cup for France
2 years, 1 month ago

Benzema hopes to crown comeback with a World Cup for France

Associated Press  

PARIS — When Karim Benzema held up the Ballon d’Or award last month, the crowd in the Parisian theater rose to applaud him. It only made me stronger mentally.” Since his recall to the national team, Benzema has scored 10 goals in 16 games — including four at last year’s European Championship — and he enters the World Cup as …

FIFA World Cup: I don't just think about scoring, says France striker Karim Benzema ahead of tournament opener
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: I don't just think about scoring, says France striker Karim Benzema ahead of tournament opener

India Today  

2022 Balon d’Or winner Karim Benzema has said that he doesn’t just think about scoring while he is on the pitch. Benzema was adjudged the best player of the year and was called up for France’s squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Qatar. While collecting his Ballon d’Or, Benzema looked back at the time when he wasn’t selected …

La Liga: Benzema aiming to get back into the groove against Getafe
2 years, 3 months ago

La Liga: Benzema aiming to get back into the groove against Getafe

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema returned for Real Madrid after injury, only to find a new contender on his throne as the deadliest player in Spain, in the shape of Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski. The French forward, a front-runner for the Ballon d’Or after leading Madrid to La Liga and Champions League glory last season, finished as the top flight’s leading scorer with 27 …

Carlo Ancelotti refuses to rule out Karim Benzema from Real Madrid's derby against Atletico
2 years, 4 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti refuses to rule out Karim Benzema from Real Madrid's derby against Atletico

Daily Mail  

Karim Benzema could be back for Real Madrid's derby date with city rivals Atletico a week on Sunday, according to boss Carlo Ancelotti. But in the press conference ahead of Real Madrid's league match at home to Real Mallorca, Ancelotti said Benzema could return before the international break. Karim Benzema could be back as early as next week after being …

Karim Benzema out for a month after an injury in Real Madrid's Champions League win over Celtic
2 years, 4 months ago

Karim Benzema out for a month after an injury in Real Madrid's Champions League win over Celtic

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema is set to miss the rest of the month's action after being diagnosed with two thigh injuries sustained during his side's Champions League match at Celtic on Tuesday. Benzema was substituted on the half-hour mark of the European champions' 3-0 win at Celtic Park and a medical report released by Real on Wednesday said the …

France’s Benzema drops appeal over sex-tape conviction
2 years, 7 months ago

France’s Benzema drops appeal over sex-tape conviction

The Hindu  

France and Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema has dropped his appeal against a conviction for complicity in blackmail in a sex-tape case that rocked French football, French media reported on Saturday. The Versailles court gave Benzema a one-year suspended jail sentence and a fine of EUR 75,000 in last year’s trial, convicting him of involvement in an attempt to blackmail …

France's Benzema drops appeal over sex tape conviction
2 years, 7 months ago

France's Benzema drops appeal over sex tape conviction

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy France and Real Madrid forward …

Karim Benzema to Miss El Clasico and France Friendlies
2 years, 9 months ago

Karim Benzema to Miss El Clasico and France Friendlies

News 18  

Real Madrid’s top scorer Karim Benzema will miss the Clasico against Barcelona and the upcoming France internationals with a calf injury, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday. Benzema was included in the France squad announced on Thursday by Didier Deschamps for friendlies against Ivory Coast on March 25 and South Africa on March 29. It’s a small injury, but it …

Benzema handed 1-year suspended sentence in sex tape case
3 years, 1 month ago

Benzema handed 1-year suspended sentence in sex tape case

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy France and Real Madrid forward …

France’s Benzema gets 1-year suspended sentence in sex-tape case
3 years, 1 month ago

France’s Benzema gets 1-year suspended sentence in sex-tape case

Al Jazeera  

Real Madrid forward was found guilty of complicity in the attempted blackmail of a former international teammate. A French court has given Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema a one-year suspended sentence for complicity in a bid to blackmail his former France teammate, Mathieu Valbuena, with a sex tape. The prosecution had called for Benzema, who was one of five people …

Karim Benzema trial: Prosecutors call for Real Madrid star to be handed 10-month suspended sentence
3 years, 2 months ago

Karim Benzema trial: Prosecutors call for Real Madrid star to be handed 10-month suspended sentence

Daily Mail  

Prosecutors in Karim Benzema's trial over an alleged attempt to blackmail former France team-mate Mathieu Valbuena over a sex tape have called for the Real Madrid player to be handed a 10-month suspended sentence and a €75,000 fine. Investigators allege that Benzema encouraged Valbuena to pay a group of alleged blackmailers in order to keep the sexually explicit tape out …

Karim Benzema goes on trial for Valbuena sex tape case
3 years, 2 months ago

Karim Benzema goes on trial for Valbuena sex tape case

The Hindu  

Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema goes on trial in France on Wednesday accused of complicity in the attempted blackmail of former international teammate Mathieu Valbuena in a case known as the "sex tape affair". Benzema then called his childhood friend Karim Zenati, who was by then acting as an intermediary for the alleged blackmailers, and told him in a conversation …

Benzema keen to play with Mbappe at Real Madrid
3 years, 2 months ago

Benzema keen to play with Mbappe at Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema has said he would like to play alongside his France strike partner Kylian Mbappe for Real Madrid one day and spoken of his joy at winning a trophy with his country after six years away from the team. Benzema and Mbappe each scored as France came from behind to beat Spain 2-1 in Sunday's UEFA Nations League final …

Benzema sets sights on World Cup after Nations League triumph
3 years, 2 months ago

Benzema sets sights on World Cup after Nations League triumph

The Hindu  

Karim Benzema waited more than five years to make his France comeback and now the Real Madrid striker is in a hurry to win his first major trophy with Les Bleus. Benzema helped France clinch the Nations League with goals in both the semifinal and in Sunday's final, but unlike his striking partners Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappe, he was …

Real Madrid, France striker Karim Benzema still dreaming of Ballon d'Or
3 years, 3 months ago

Real Madrid, France striker Karim Benzema still dreaming of Ballon d'Or

Firstpost  

Benzema was selected on the long list of 30 for the 2021 Ballon d’Or on Friday a day after scoring as France beat Belgium 3-2 and make the Nations League final. Real Madrid’s on-form striker Karim Benzema has been dreaming of winning the Ballon d’Or since he was a little boy, he told Spanish daily AS in an interview published …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Back to business for Italy and new-look Germany as qualifying resumes
3 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Back to business for Italy and new-look Germany as qualifying resumes

Firstpost  

Italy are unbeaten in 34 games - including winning their first three qualifiers for Qatar back in March – and now they face three more matches in eight days with a trip to Switzerland and a home meeting with Lithuania also on the agenda. “As a national team we can still improve between now and the World Cup, but first …

Parents arguing, Benzema tensions and a hotel that wasn’t fancy enough – the extraordinary story of France’s Euro 2020 exit
3 years, 6 months ago

Parents arguing, Benzema tensions and a hotel that wasn’t fancy enough – the extraordinary story of France’s Euro 2020 exit

New York Times  

It was their final meal together. According to a near-forensic post-mortem in the French sports daily L’Equipe, Pogba had made it clear to Deschamps that the players “hated” the accommodation and wanted to leave as soon as possible. “Rabiot’s mother is known to be very sensitive and very close to her son and she didn’t appreciate what Pogba’s friends were …

Euro 2020: French football chief 'doesn't think' Deschamps' job under threat
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: French football chief 'doesn't think' Deschamps' job under threat

The Hindu  

French football federation president Noel Le Graet said Tuesday he "doesn't think" that France's early exit from Euro 2020 will affect Didier Deschamps' future, but that he would talk with the coach. Le Graet was asked at the general assembly of the French Olympic committee if France's shock last-16 loss on penalties to Switzerland would put Deschamps' job under threat. …

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