Many would say ‘what would have been’ had Karim Benzema featured for France in the World Cup final.

France boss Didier Deschamps decided to dump Benzema after he got injured before the start of the World Cup.

Benzema has since returned to training with Real Madrid and is set to feature in the opening clash against Real Valladolid.

Ancelotti has decided not to waddle in France matter, but he has revealed that Benzema is motivated after the World Cup drama.

Ancelotti told reporters: “I won’t speak about France’s decision. It means we have a player who is back with a lot of motivation.

“He’s very excited to be back after not being able to play much in the first part of the season.

“He came back on December 10th after some holidays and he looked quite good when he returned. He started training with the team and played 30 minutes in our first warm-up friendly and then 45 minutes in the second friendly.”