Benzema does not stop

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Benzema does not stop

Karim Benzema has scored his third goal in as many appearances for his new Saudi club, Al-Ittihad.

Already a scorer in his first two matches with Al-Ittihad, as part of the Arab Cup of Champions Clubs, Karim Benzema also scored in his team’s third meeting of the group stage on Wednesday against the Iraqi team of Al Shorta (1-2).

Entering after the hour mark, the Ballon d’Or title converted a penalty late in the game (84th). Nuno Espirito Santo had rotated. N’Golo Kanté, he remained on the bench.

In the quarter-finals of this competition, Al-Ittihad, reigning Saudi Arabian champion, faces Al-Hilal, the great Saudi football club, which has, for its part, recruited Kalidou Koulibaly, Ruben Neves, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Malcom this summer.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.