Benzema was defended by his compatriot Zinedine Zidane, who admitted "after two months, I was also criticized" and that Benzema was "a talented player and talented players in Madrid must win".

Karim Benzema, 38, from France Al-Hilal SFC, since 2025 Centre-Forward Market value: €6.00m * 19/12/1987 in Lyon, France

Dec 19, 1987 · All the information and career of Karim Benzema, historical Real Madrid football player. Statistics, honours, images and videos.

Feb 2, 2026 · Ronaldo is still waiting for his first league title since moving to Saudi Arabia in 2022 and has seen his main rival strengthen with the addition of five-time Champions League winner Benzema.

Karim Benzema has starred on his return from injury with a goal and two assists and Saudi Pro League leader Al-Ittihad has won at Ettifaq 4-0.

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Jun 7, 2023 · After a career-best season at 34 that finally won him the Ballon d'Or, Karim Benzema shrugged off a tough 2023 with a surprise exit from Real Madrid to join the Saudi Pro League.

Jun 5, 2023 · Karim Benzema's 14-year spell at Real Madrid has come to an end. He leaves as a club legend – but there were some major bumps along the way

Oct 16, 2025 · Benzema is a four-time French Player of the Year and won the 2022 Ballon d'Or as the world's best men's player.

Karim Benzema ... Karim Mostafa Benzema (born December 19 1987) is a French footballer. He plays as a striker for Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal.