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Explained: Why Karim Benzema left Real Madrid & followed Cristiano Ronaldo to the Saudi Pro League a matter of months after winning the Ballon d'Or
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Benzema starts Ittihad career with a bang
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Benzema: Barça-Madrid still 'the best' even without Messi and Ronaldo - AS USA
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Why does Karim Benzema wear a bandage on his hand? - AS USA
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Al-Ittihad sign former Real Madrid star Karim Benzema
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Real Madrid to focus on rebuilding its attack after losing Karim Benzema
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Ronaldo, Benzema, Messi and more? The overhaul of Saudi football – explained - The Athletic
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How Karim Benzema leaving Real Madrid creates a ripple effect - ESPN
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