Benzema's Strategic Move to Al-Hilal: Implications for Ronaldo

Karim Benzema's switch from Al-Ittihad to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League poses a significant challenge to Cristiano Ronaldo's league title aspirations with Al-Nassr. The move strengthens Al-Hilal, a team already poised as a formidable opponent, complicating Ronaldo's pursuit of success in Saudi Arabia.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Riyadh | Updated: 03-02-2026 09:20 IST | Created: 03-02-2026 09:20 IST
Benzema's Strategic Move to Al-Hilal: Implications for Ronaldo
Karim Benzema
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In a strategic twist in the Saudi Pro League, football icon Karim Benzema has transferred from Al-Ittihad to league leaders Al-Hilal, posing a formidable challenge to Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr.

The former Real Madrid striker, an ex-teammate of Ronaldo, brings a wealth of experience, including five Champions League titles, to Al-Hilal. This club, historically the most successful in Saudi Arabia, now fortifies its squad in its pursuit of another league title.

As reports surface of Ronaldo's dissatisfaction with Al-Nassr's transfer efforts, Benzema's move captures attention and could further ignite the competitive spirit within the region, highlighting Saudi Arabia's growing influence in global soccer dynamics. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal's ambitious transfer strategies—having previously secured Neymar and eyeing top talents like Kylian Mbappe—underscore their commitment to dominating both locally and internationally.

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