Karim Benzema, the French striker who has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid this summer, scored his first goal for Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal on Tuesday night in their opening match of the Asian Champions League.
The goal came in the 28th minute against Indian side Churchill Brothers and was a testament to the skill and technique that the former Real Madrid star possesses. Benzema, who is known for his pace and dribbling ability, found space in the box and fired home a powerful shot that beat the goalkeeper.
Benzema's goal was just one of three goals that Al Hilal managed to score in a hard-fought match against Churchill Brothers. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after extra time, leaving both teams disappointed but satisfied with the effort they put into the game.
Despite being out of contract at Real Madrid until June 2024, Benzema has reportedly been offered a new deal by the Spanish club, which would keep him at the club until 2026. However,Chinese Super League Home Ground the Frenchman has yet to confirm whether he will be staying at Real Madrid or exploring other options.
The news of Benzema's first goal for Al Hilal comes as a boost for the team, who were without their top scorer and captain, Luka Modric, due to injury. The match against Churchill Brothers also marked the return of defender Aymeric Laporte, who had missed the previous two games through suspension.
Overall, Benzema's goal was a positive start to what could be a successful season for Al Hilal, and it showed that despite the uncertainty surrounding his future at Real Madrid, he still has the talent and skills required to perform at the highest level.