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/ 414 days ago

No longer in Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema’s shadow: Ex-Premier League star ends Saudi Pro League stint

In a league now famed for its galaxy of aging European stars, one former Premier League icon arrived in Saudi Arabia with great expectations, only to find himself eclipsed by the blinding light of two towering figures—Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema.
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/ 420 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo vs. Karim Benzema: Epic ex-Real Madrid duo Saudi showdown ends in Al-Ittihad win—But where was Al-Nassr star?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema shared the spotlight once again — but only one of the former Real Madrid stars seized the moment. In a pulsating clash at Al-Awwal Park on Wednesday, Al-Ittihad completed a stunning 3-2 comeback win over Al-Nassr.
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/ 435 days ago

Karim Benzema sets the record straight on Saudi Pro League Golden Boot race with Cristiano Ronaldo

Looking to secure the 2024–25 Saudi Pro League title with Al Ittihad, Karim Benzema has set the record straight on his Golden Boot race with Cristiano Ronaldo.
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/ 474 days ago

Watch Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo score 928th career goal – What’s his distance to Karim Benzema in Golden Boot race?

Cristiano Ronaldo has done it again. The Portuguese superstar silenced the pre-match bravado of Al Kholood’s Myziane Maolida, scoring his 19th goal of the season to power Al-Nassr to victory in their latest Saudi Pro League fixture.
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/ 484 days ago

Karim Benzema opens up on Real Madrid exit: Why he joined Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Pro League and his unexpected retirement plans

For the first time, Karim Benzema has broken his silence on why he left Real Madrid and moved to the Saudi Pro League, where Cristiano Ronaldo currently plays.
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/ 492 days ago

Karim Benzema takes a jab at Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I prefer the Brazilian'

Karim Benzema's reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's claim of being the "best ever" has gone viral. In a video interview, Benzema's facial expression and measured response created a significant contrast to Ronaldo's more direct assertion. Benzema diplomatically disagreed, highlighting the subjective nature of such claims.
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/ 500 days ago

Karim Benzema reacts to Saudi Pro League Golden Boot race with Cristiano Ronaldo

Karim Benzema has enjoyed a successful spell in the Saudi Pro League, scoring 33 goals in 52 appearances for Al-Ittihad. His current tally of 15 goals in the Saudi top-flight places him just one goal behind Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for the top scorer award, highlighting his continued ability to perform at a high level despite his age (37).
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/ 505 days ago

Could Sergio Ramos help bring ex-Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema to Monterrey? Liga MX side plots ambitious move

Liga MX giants Monterrey are looking to make an ambitious move in the transfer market by pursuing French striker Karim Benzema, with the help of his former Real Madrid teammate, Sergio Ramos.
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/ 516 days ago

Back to the beginning: Real Madrid’s 2025-26 kits to pay homage to Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema

While Real Madrid is currently focused on the most important phase of the season, preparations for the 2025-26 campaign are already in full swing. One detail has particularly caught the attention of fans—the new kit designs.
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/ 530 days ago

Haaland’s new reported Manchester City salary eclipses Mbappe: How it stacks up against Messi, Ronaldo, Neymar and Benzema

Erling Haaland's new Manchester City deal not only ensures his future with the reigning Premier League champions but also propels him into the ranks of the highest-paid athletes in soccer and global sports.
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/ 533 days ago

Karim Benzema's potential return to Real Madrid: His dissatisfaction in the Saudi Pro League

Karim Benzema has vehemently denied rumors suggesting he will retire before his contract with Al-Ittihad expires in 2026, stating that reports of his unhappiness and plans to retire are "nonsense."
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/ 536 days ago

Karim Benzema announces next step in his career: Will he end Cristiano Ronaldo rivalry in Saudi Pro League and return at Real Madrid?

Recently, rumors swirled about karim Benzema's potential break from Cristiano Ronaldo’s popularity shadow in the Saudi Pro League, possibly to retire and return to Real Madrid in a different role. The Frenchman has now made a major announcement addressing these speculations.
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/ 536 days ago

Neymar’s astonishing Al-Hilal 2024 salary: How does it compare to Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Karim Benzema, and Kylian Mbappe?

Brazilian star Neymar has dominated headlines yet again, not for his on-field brilliance, but for his staggering salary during an injury-riddled season with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
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/ 557 days ago

Joselu 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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/ 558 days ago

Karim 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.