Khaberni - French striker Karim Benzema likened his new team AlHilal to Spanish Real Madrid, which he previously represented, in his first statement after joining the top of the Saudi Roshen Football League standings.
Benzema (38 years old) who joined from Al Ittihad said in a video posted by the club's official account: It's great feelings. I feel good. I am happy to be here after my first participation in training.
He added: I met with the team and the coach, I am very happy to be part of this team. It is a great team with a great history; they have won many championships. AlHilal resembles Real Madrid here in Asia, everything is good.
Real Madrid holds the record in the Champions League with 15 titles.
The former Real Madrid and Lyon striker continued: The fans are fantastic, the team plays well, and they have great players, they have an excellent mentality and an excellent work system. Therefore, I admired this team before.
The Frenchman who led Al Ittihad to the Saudi league title last season noted: I had played against them with Madrid, it was not an easy match, it was a great match, so I have good memories and today I am happy to be a player at AlHilal.
About his goals with AlHilal, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner for the best player in the world explained: My message is clear, you know my mindset, I have a great motivation, I will give everything I have on the field, and I will help this team and God willing, we will win championships because for me winning titles is the most important thing.
