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    Karim Benzema

    Benzema

    Karim Benzema is arguably one of the best strikers France has ever produced. The Ballon d'Or winner has won a pile of silverware at Olympique Lyon, Real Madrid and on the international stage.

    Benzema was born in Lyon and first made a name for himself on the books of Olympique Lyon after a stint at SC Bron as a youngster.

    In 2009, Benzema moved from Lyon to Real Madrid, where he earned a reputation as one of the most potent and hard-working strikers in the world.
    After winning four La Liga titles and five Champions League crowns with Real Madrid he was finally rewarded with the 2022 Ballon d'Or at the age of 34.

    He announced the end of his illustrious Real Madrid career in the summer of 2023 and joined Saudi Professional League club Al-Ittihad.

    Career at Olympique Lyon

    Real Madrid talisman

    Turbulent France national team career

    Personal life

    Net worth

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