ALL POSTS TAGGED "Karim Benzema"
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/ 3 days agoJoselu warns: Could Ronaldo's possible future exit be the end of the Saudi Pro League boom?
Joselu’s have raised concerns about the Saudi Pro League’s long-term viability. He revealed a striking observation about Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact on fan attendance, leaving many to wonder: will the league suffer a massive attendance drop if its biggest star departs?
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/ 4 days agoKarim Benzema ready to retire and turn down millions for Real Madrid return: A look at his salary vs. Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar
Karim Benzema, a cornerstone of modern soccer, may soon bring down the curtain on his illustrious career. He is prepared to forego an astronomical income, so let's see how it stacks up against that of Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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/ 7 days agoKarim Benzema to break away from Cristiano Ronaldo: Saudi departure signals Real Madrid return—but there's a catch
This next chapter in Karim Benzema’s journey carries a twist—one that could redefine his legacy beyond the pitch.
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/ 10 days agoFrench Footballer of the Year controversy: Kylian Mbappe snubbed by Real Madrid great amid growing tensions
2023-24 season by France Football, but the celebration was overshadowed by a glaring omission.
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/ 49 days agoFormer Real Madrid star Karim Benzema weighs in on the Kylian Mbappe-Vinicius position dilemma
With Kylian Mbappe struggling to find his place on the pitch as Vinicius Jr. occupies his natural left-wing position, former Real Madrid star Karim Benzema weighed in on the situation.
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/ 167 days agoNot Pioli nor Galtier: Al-Ittihad agree deal with ex-France boss
The managerial search at Al-Ittihad has taken several twists and turns, with the Saudi club initially close to appointing former Milan manager Stefano Pioli. However, negotiations with Pioli broke down due to internal conflicts within the club, influenced heavily by star player Karim Benzema's preferences. Stefano Pioli, who departed Milan at the end of the […]
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/ 194 days agoPlayer unions file lawsuit against FIFA regarding Club World Cup
FIFPro, the global soccer players union, has officially started legal action against FIFA. The move was triggered by the governing body's continued plans to create more matches in the calendar. However, the court case essentially centers around the 2025 Club World Cup. FIFPro currently represents around 65,000 professional players around the world. The 2025 Club […]
Benzema
/ 317 days agoEurope return or Saudi stay? Benzema opens up on future
As far as Karim Benzema is concerned, the Saudi Pro League and Al-Ittihad are where he will continue to play his football despite rumors to the contrary. The Frenchman’s massive summer free transfer from Real Madrid sent Saudi fans into ecstasy. Things quickly went south for the striker in the Kingdom, despite a respectable beginning. […]
Benzema
/ 335 days agoMajor setback for Premier League as Benzema nears Saudi exit
In a major setback for Premier League clubs, Karim Benzema is nearing a transfer away from Saudi Arabia. Somewhat unexpectedly, Benzema departed Real Madrid for the Saudi Pro League last summer. Nonetheless, his experience in the Middle East has been nothing short of unpleasant. Even with 12 goals for Al-Ittihad, the 2022 Ballon d’Or winner […]
Benzema
/ 340 days agoNo exit? Benzema's lawyer reveals reason for Al-Ittihad absence
Rumor has it that Karim Benzema is weighing his options after a frustrating six months at Al-Ittihad. Last summer, the Frenchman was widely anticipated to ink a new contract with Real Madrid. So, his decision to go on a free transfer to pursue his career in Saudi Arabia was shocking. What lured him away was […]
Chelsea
/ 344 days agoChelsea eyes shock swoop: Benzema and Firmino on radar
Chelsea is plotting a surprise transfer for a new striker in January, with Karim Benzema and Roberto Firmino among the potential arrivals. The Stamford Bridge side has had a noted lack of goals under Mauricio Pochettino. The club signed Nicolas Jackson in the summer to be the focal point of the attack. However, the Senegalese […]
FC Porto
/ 417 days agoBenzema's successor found: Madrid gear up for January move
While at Real Madrid, Karim Benzema went from being a backup player to a superstar, but his time with the club officially ended this summer due to his move to Al-Ittihad of Saudi Arabia. In the summer of 2009, Real Madrid began a recruiting campaign that would forever alter the course of the club and […]
Ballon d'Or
/ 433 days agoFrench senator wants Benzema stripped of Ballon d'Or
France Minister of Interior Gerald Darmanin has claimed that Karim Benzema has ties to the Muslim Brotherhood. The group has been labeled by several nations as a terrorist organization. This includes Saudi Arabia, the country where Benzema currently plays club soccer for Al-Ittihad. The French official made the claims during an interview on CNews Network. […]
Club World Cup
/ 475 days agoClub World Cup draw brings Benzema to potential Man City clash
The 2023 FIFA Club World Cup draw took place on Tuesday. The continental cup champions from each of the six confederations will travel to Saudi Arabia to compete. There, they will join the defending champions of the Saudi Pro League, Al-Ittihad, as the host always has a representative in the tournament. Al-Ittihad now has Karim […]
Leagues: LaLiga
/ 495 days agoLaLiga brings on Visit Saudi as league's global sponsor
LaLiga announced a partnership with Visit Saudi, the Saudi Arabian tourism board. Visit Saudi is a familiar sponsor among soccer fans. The tourism board sponsors Lionel Messi, but it made headlines for its relationship with the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. However, LaLiga announcing a partnership with Visit Saudi is both hypocritical and ironic. LaLiga, […]