Karim Benzema
Karim Benzema is a French professional footballer who plays as a striker for Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, after a storied spell with Real Madrid where he won numerous Champions League titles. He won the Ballon d'Or in 2022 and was a leading figure for the France national team before retiring from international duty. He frequently appears in the news for high-profile transfers, contract updates, or standout scoring form in the Saudi league.
Saudi PIF sells 70% of Al-Hilal to Prince Alwaleed’s Kingdom Holding for $373M
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund PIF announced the sale of a 70% stake in football club Al-Hilal to Kingdom Holding, valued at $373 million. This move is part of a broader strategy to optimize sports investments and respond to increased scrutiny of PIF’s portfolio.
Al Ahli Criticizes Saudi Pro League Refereeing After Controversial Draw with Al-Fayha
Al Ahli criticized refereeing decisions after a 1-1 draw with Al-Fayha, claiming bias favored league leaders Al-Nassr. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions over officiating fairness in the Saudi Pro League.
Darwin Nunez's move to Al-Hilal backfires as he eyes Premier League return amid interest from Spurs and Newcastle
Darwin Nunez's recent move to Al-Hilal has not gone as planned, prompting him to seek a return to the Premier League. Tottenham and Newcastle are among the clubs interested in bringing him back to Europe.