From Hero to Rival: Benzema's Emotional Return to Haunt Al Ittihad
The Saudi Pro League delivers high drama this weekend as Al Hilal hosts Al Ittihad in a blockbuster Clasico at Kingdom Arena. All eyes will be on Karim Benzema, who makes his emotional return against his former club.Just weeks after a shock winter transfer from Al Ittihad to fierce rivals Al Hilal—following a contract dispute that ended his Jeddah chapter—the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner lines up for the blue side. Benzema enjoyed a prolific spell with Al Ittihad, netting 38 goals and helping secure league and cup titles, but now he faces the team he once led as an opponent.
In just his third league appearance for Al Hilal, Benzema has already shown his class with a debut hat-trick. This reunion adds extra spice to the fixture, especially after Al Hilal's 2-0 win in the first-leg clash earlier this season. Fans anticipate fireworks as the French star aims to haunt his old teammates and help his new club maintain their title push.A true "from hero to rival" moment—football at its most intense!
In just his third league appearance for Al Hilal, Benzema has already shown his class with a debut hat-trick. This reunion adds extra spice to the fixture, especially after Al Hilal's 2-0 win in the first-leg clash earlier this season. Fans anticipate fireworks as the French star aims to haunt his old teammates and help his new club maintain their title push.A true "from hero to rival" moment—football at its most intense!
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