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Karim Benzema scored his first wonder goal in Saudi Arabia, see how it went (video)

Karim Benzema just made his official debut and he's already shining in Saudi Arabia.

By William Estrella

Karim Benzema just made his official debut and he's already shining in Saudi Arabia.
Karim Benzema just made his official debut and he's already shining in Saudi Arabia.

Karim Benzema finally made his debut with his new team after leaving Real Madrid, Al-Ittihad. In addition, he not only made his debut, but also scored his first goal and an assist that led to the comeback of the Arab team and therefore, they won the game. So Karim Benzema is already being the MVP of his team.

The Frenchman started, and around minute 60 of the game, he scored the great goal that made the stadium chant his name and praise the current Ballon d'Or winner. Next, an angle of an amateur who managed to record the magical and viral moment.

Subsequently, Karim Benzema was substituted only 10 minutes after his goal, in his place, Sultan Farhan entered in his place. Thanks to Benzema's great goal, Al Ittihad is the leader of Group A of the group stage of the Arab Champions Cup along with Iraqi Al Shorta who won their match (1-0).

When will Benzema play again?

This Sunday, July 30, Al Ittihad will face CS Sfaxien, in the same tournament (Arab Champions Cup). What is the tournament? The Arab Champions Cup is a competition in which all the champion clubs of the respective leagues of the countries belonging to the Arab World participate with a format similar to that of the UEFA Champions League.


William Estrella

William Estrella

I'm a Mexican sports journalist with more than 8 years of experience, especially in digital media. I cover breaking news and investigative articles on current soccer events worldwide. I currently write for El Futbolero USA. Previously, I worked as a radio announcer in my country, covering Mexican soccer.

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