Karim Benzema Reunites with Real Madrid in Saudi Arabia

Karim Benzema made a surprise visit to his former teammates at Real Madrid in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, ahead of their Spanish Super Cup semifinal against Mallorca. The striker, now with Al Ittihad, offered words of encouragement to Vinícius Júnior regarding the Ballon d'Or and expressed openness to a potential return to Madrid before his retirement in 2027. Meanwhile, Barcelona's Iñigo Martínez issued a warning to Real Madrid ahead of their upcoming clash, emphasizing their confidence and tactical readiness to exploit weaknesses. Real Madrid, having reached the semifinals after defeating Mallorca, aims for a title showdown against Barcelona on January 12. Benzema's visit underscores his lasting connection to the club, where he achieved legendary status over 14 seasons. He continues to excel in the Saudi Pro League, maintaining his elite performance level.