Benzema had been left out of Didier Deschamps' squad since October 2015 due to his alleged role in a blackmail plot. Kylian Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann and Ousmane Dembele were on the scoresheet for the World Cup winners against the Euro 2016 semi-finalists, who had Neco Williams sent off for handling the ball in his area.
"I felt good throughout the match. It's a good omen for what's to come. The key is to create chances, win and do better the next time to score more goals," Benzema told television channel TF1. "I felt a lot of pride and joy in wearing the shirt again. I wanted to play and to show what I can do tonight on the field," he added.
Benzema, who had scored twice against Armenia at the Allianz Riviera on his last international appearance, forced a save from Danny Ward after four minutes. His 82nd cap took a turn for the worse after 22 minutes despite his shot that resulted in Liverpool defender Williams' red card and a penalty. He saw his spot kick saved by the goalie and missed out on the chance to score on hs return.
France face Bulgaria on Tuesday before opening their Euro 2020 campaign by playing Germany in Munich on June 15.