Karim Benzema And Christiano Ronaldo have developed one of the most heated rivalries in Saudi Arabia, largely fueled by recent events involving stars as well as the rising tensions within the Saudi Pro League. Now ready to wear Al Hilal shirt, The French striker appeared to snub Ronaldo’s Al Nassr by making a bold comparison between his new club and his new club Real Madrid.
Particularly Benzema and Ronaldo were both central figures during the most successful era in Real Madrid’s history, bringing together four UEFA Champions League titles as part of their combined five overall wins. However, Saudi Arabia has now become the stage for their rivalry to continue, both on and off the pitch, following Benzema’s move from Al Ittihad to Al Hilal.
After completing the transfer on the last day of the period, Benzema spoke for the first time as Al Hilal player on the club’s official website: “It’s okay. I’m happy to be here. After my first training with the team, with the coach, I am so happy and happy to be part of this team.“
The Frenchman then drew a comparison between his new club and the team where he spent the prime of his career and won the Ballon d’Or. “It’s a good team, with a good history. They have won many trophies. It’s similar, like Real Madrid in Asia. Everything is good, the fans are good, they play well, they have good players, they have a good mentality”, said Benzema.
Karim Benzema is introduced as Al Hilal’s new player.
The striker concluded with a reflection on his previous meetings with Al Hilal and set high expectations for his new chapter: “I used to like this team. I played against them with Madrid and it was not an easy match. It was a good game, so I have good memories of it. Today I am happy because I am a player of Al Hilal.“
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While Cristiano Ronaldo’s reported frustration has increased over the level of support from the Public Investment Fund (PIF). Al NassrAl Hilal’s successful attempt to sign Benzema has only fueled the situation. With Ronaldo having skipped Al Nassr’s most recent match and Benzema now settled at his new club, The Frenchman’s comments appeared to elevate Al Hilal above their domestic rivals.
When could Ronaldo and Benzema face each other?
Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema were originally scheduled to cross paths again next Friday, when Al Nassr hosted Al Ittihad, but Benzema’s sudden transfer changed those plans. Ronaldo is also reportedly considering missing Al Nassr’s next matchtheir reunion may now be postponed until later in the season.
Al Nassr and Al Hilal meet on May 7 for matchday 32 of the Saudi Pro Leaguea clash that could be decisive in the title race, with just one point separating the two clubs. The match would mark a new chapter in the rivalry between Ronaldo and Benzema, adding further impetus to what is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated matches in the competition.
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