The 2014-15 season saw Karim Benzema spearhead a nostalgic resurgence for the French national team, most notably during an inspired 2014 World Cup campaign in Brazil. This era was defined by his clinical dominance in the opening match against Honduras, where he netted a brilliant brace and made history with the first goal confirmed by goal-line technology. As the talismanic leader of the attack, Benzema’s world-class influence was further highlighted by a stunning strike in the 5-2 demolition of Switzerland, guiding Les Bleus to a proud quarter-final finish and cementing his status as one of the world's premier forwards.