Saudi Professional League 2023/2024

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Actually Karim Benzema performance with Al Ittihad not bad yet because can scored 9 goals of 15 matches he can't help Al Ittihad lead top position standings by him self only, its not bad statistic for Karim Benzema first season with Al Ittihad bad team performance not support yet how to make him have good reputation. Actually need time for adapting well exactly weather difference between Saudi Arabia and european weather but 9 goals of 15 matches Karim Benzema still the best striker for Al Ittihad.

Have rumor with Arsenal interested want to sign Karim Benzema, Arsenal manager Arteta have announce his interested but not easy to get Benzema's sign because he has contract left with Al Ittihad and Arsenal have to prepare much salary payment for Karim Benzema with current salary received from Al Ittihad.

I concur with Benzema's performance. Nine goals in 15 matches is good in a new environment. People often neglect the adaption phase while switching leagues and nations. It's culture, climate, and lifestyle, not simply football. What a lot to acclimate to! You make a good point about his impact on team performance. The Arsenal speculation is intriguing, but they must weigh the financial ramifications. Transfer costs, contract discussions, and more must be considered when matching his Al Ittihad pay

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Actually Karim Benzema performance with Al Ittihad not bad yet because can scored 9 goals of 15 matches he can't help Al Ittihad lead top position standings by him self only, its not bad statistic for Karim Benzema first season with Al Ittihad bad team performance not support yet how to make him have good reputation. Actually need time for adapting well exactly weather difference between Saudi Arabia and european weather but 9 goals of 15 matches Karim Benzema still the best striker for Al Ittihad.

Have rumor with Arsenal interested want to sign Karim Benzema, Arsenal manager Arteta have announce his interested but not easy to get Benzema's sign because he has contract left with Al Ittihad and Arsenal have to prepare much salary payment for Karim Benzema with current salary received from Al Ittihad.

I do believe that it is definitely not a terrible result, but that doesn't mean that we are talking about something that would be "enough" when you are getting paid like that. Like him or Hate him, look at what Ronaldo is doing and you will understand, he is doing much better and I believe that he is getting what they are giving him, dude is getting paid a lot, but he is also giving his all on the field, he is trying his best, even if he was terrible I would say at least he is playing with 100% but he is also playing greatly there as well.

Benzema never had that, and he never really played like he scored a lot, 9 goals is nothing in this league, he played against such terrible defenses that he should have been able to score that in 5 games.

[MusaMohamed]

I do believe that it is definitely not a terrible result, but that doesn't mean that we are talking about something that would be "enough" when you are getting paid like that. Like him or Hate him, look at what Ronaldo is doing and you will understand, he is doing much better and I believe that he is getting what they are giving him, dude is getting paid a lot, but he is also giving his all on the field, he is trying his best, even if he was terrible I would say at least he is playing with 100% but he is also playing greatly there as well.

Benzema never had that, and he never really played like he scored a lot, 9 goals is nothing in this league, he played against such terrible defenses that he should have been able to score that in 5 games.

Benzema with his time in Lyon, played as a striker but when he moved to Real Madrid, he played more like a forward than a striker. The scoring task in Real Madrid many years was assigned to Cristiano Ronaldo and Benzema accepted his role to support Cristiano. He is not a bad striker as his last two seasons with Real Madrid proved how good he could do as a club main striker.

In Saudi Professional League, he is still professional as he has been always a professional player over many years but he is affected by his age. Benzema seems to not have a good given physical body like Cristiano and his performance is affected more seriously by ageing than Cristiano since 2022. He is younger than Cristiano and still has time to come back like how Cristiano did after some months of poor performances in Manchester United.

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Actually Karim Benzema performance with Al Ittihad not bad yet because can scored 9 goals of 15 matches he can't help Al Ittihad lead top position standings by him self only, its not bad statistic for Karim Benzema first season with Al Ittihad bad team performance not support yet how to make him have good reputation. Actually need time for adapting well exactly weather difference between Saudi Arabia and european weather but 9 goals of 15 matches Karim Benzema still the best striker for Al Ittihad.

Have rumor with Arsenal interested want to sign Karim Benzema, Arsenal manager Arteta have announce his interested but not easy to get Benzema's sign because he has contract left with Al Ittihad and Arsenal have to prepare much salary payment for Karim Benzema with current salary received from Al Ittihad.

I concur with Benzema's performance. Nine goals in 15 matches is good in a new environment. People often neglect the adaption phase while switching leagues and nations. It's culture, climate, and lifestyle, not simply football. What a lot to acclimate to! You make a good point about his impact on team performance. The Arsenal speculation is intriguing, but they must weigh the financial ramifications. Transfer costs, contract discussions, and more must be considered when matching his Al Ittihad pay

9 scores 5 assists from 15 matches is not a bad result for a player who has just joined a new team but the problem is that Benzema is one of the star players just like Ronaldo who can currently score 20 scores from 18 matches since joining Al Nassr so in my opinion this is not a matter of adaptation that Benzema has to go through, but he just needs other european players who can provide good support for scoring because I see that Benzema currently doesn't have much support from other players in Ittihad, like he can't build chemistry with other players.

well, we'll see in the transfer market this season, if Ittihad is able to get a midfielder from europe with good talent, there will definitely be changes for Benzema and we'll see what will be done to increase Benzema chances of becoming a big scorer like Ronaldo and Mitrovic.

[BRINIRHA]

It is reported that Al-Ittihad is preparing an offer for Ángel Correa from Altetico and this is another step made by Al-Ittihad to return to hunting for European players. I think Ángel Correa is not a bad choice and as a winger who can also be a striker he is the right option for Al-Ittihad's attack line. Certainly his services are really needed by Al-Ittihad who are currently slumped deep in the middle of the standings and hope that in the remainder of this season they can improve the shortcomings in the squad. Moreover, with the news of Benzema's disappearance, it is hoped that Ángel Correa can be his replacement.

Now the decision depends on Ángel Correa. If he wants to leave and join Al-Ittihad then Atletico will open the door for Ángel Correa. The reason is that with this transfer Atletico has targeted Thiago Almada as a replacement for Ángel Correa. In fact, with the current situation, Al-Ittihad has received clarity and of course all they have to do is increase their offer and salary so that Ángel Correa wants to join this January.

Source: https://twitter.com/DeadlineDayLive/status/1745575396047724613

Regarding Karim Benzema who was reported missing, it seems that the news media is exaggerating too much. Because based on the news I read, it was stated that "Benzema went to Madrid for special circumstances, he asked for three days off and the club agreed." And this was said by the club director who did not want to be named.

And we know that the SPL and Arabian leagues are on holiday for one month until February. So it was only natural that Benzema took advantage of this moment to take a few days off to go to Madrid for personal matters he had to complete.

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Al-ittihad is indeed the most enthusiastic in targeting European players in this transfer market. In fact, the club's approach to the players was also carried out from the start or before the transfer market opened. I like this club in this regard. And talking about players from Atletico Madrid, it seems that Angel Correa is not the only one being targeted by Arab clubs.

There is also Mario Hermoso who is being targeted by Al-Nassr. But Al-Nassr doesn't seem to be in a rush to bring in this player. Because reportedly Al-Nassr will wait for this player to finish his contract at Atletico Madrid which will end at the end of the current season, namely 2024.

[Jody.Drummer]

In his first season, Ronaldo scored 14 goals and 2 assists in the Saudi Pro League, this season he has scored 20 goals and 9 assists from 18 matches played. That's a good improvement in his second season with Al Nassr. Although he is old and actually many players decide to retire at his age, but he can still provide an interesting spectacle, not just a spectacle, but he also provides evidence with the goals he can create.
Until now I haven't heard anything from him, at his age he wants to retire or anything else. It looks like he's still enjoying it so he's decided to stay longer as a player. That's a good thing, because he can still make a big contribution to the club he's currently playing for.

[Docnaster]

In his first season, Ronaldo scored 14 goals and 2 assists in the Saudi Pro League, this season he has scored 20 goals and 9 assists from 18 matches played. That's a good improvement in his second season with Al Nassr. Although he is old and actually many players decide to retire at his age, but he can still provide an interesting spectacle, not just a spectacle, but he also provides evidence with the goals he can create.
Until now I haven't heard anything from him, at his age he wants to retire or anything else. It looks like he's still enjoying it so he's decided to stay longer as a player. That's a good thing, because he can still make a big contribution to the club he's currently playing for.

The last time Cristiano Ronaldo was asked of when he's planning to retire from football, he simply said that he's gonna play till when he's body can't continue again which means that should he remain fully fit till he clocks 40, he'll still continue playing professional football. Cristiano Ronaldo have significantly improved from the his performance of last season with Al Nassr and I'm very happy for his improvements.

He's currently leading the goalscoring chart in the Saudi Pro League and I think he's definitely gonna end the season as the top scorer. His prior problem ar the moment is to win the Saudi Pro League title

[QueenVera]

As far as I have observed and followed, Benzema was injured and missed several of his matches with Al Ittihad. in the 19 matches played by Al Ittihad, Benzema only played 15 matches with his team. plus, the system implemented by the previous coach did not suit Benzema's playing style. yeah, as some rumors have reported that Benzema doesn't get along with Nuno Santos. it seems that Benzema doesn't like the system implemented by the coach who previously managed Al Ittihad.
now, Marcelo Gallordo is in charge of Al Ittihad. at least Al Ittihad's new coach is bringing an offensive system, and Benzenma is returning to playing as a pure striker or center forward.

IMO, Benzema can actually still be relied on even though he is 36. the problem is, this team is not filled with potential supporting players. in the end, Benzema's performance has not really improved so far. I think it's not just Benzema's problem if Al Ittihad wants improvement. Ideally, club management must bring in several newcomers who can be relied on. good in terms of scoring goals, as well as contributing to helping Bemzema as a goal in his team's squad. which means, Al Ittihad must bring in several wingers who are quite competent and can be relied on. thus, Al Ittihad still has a chance of at least finishing in the top four of the Saudi Pro League. Well, let's see, this competition still has a break before it starts again.

Benzema was doing pretty bad at the start of the season and this could be blamed on his injury and the coach’s style of play. Though I think there’ll be improvements now with this new coach who’s now playing a different style and making Benzema play his traditional position. Hopefully it would help the team get better with time, Benzema is a world class player and with the right backings and players surrounding him, their's a tendency of him improving better.

 I think the team needs some more additional creative players who’ll be able to help and assist him upfront so as to get the goals. Yes, the goals, because he’s still very active and can deliver at any time.They still have a chance of finishing top. 4 but they’ll have to be pretty better than early season to be able to achieve this feat. As the title defenders in would be very embarrassing if they fail to finish in a good position, even with a balloon D'or holder like Karim Benzema.

[wallet4bitcoin]

Welcome to Saudi Professional League thread
I think we need to create a new discussion thread regarding the Saudi Professional League as we know one of the famous players in the world is now playing in this league
it's possible that other famous players could join in so it's worth discussing, please discuss anything related to the Saudi League latest Match, News or new Players.

I see football gradually leaving Europe and heading to the Arab world. The Saudi Arabians don't mind spending billions of dollars just to ensure that it goes their way. If they have to be known for football in the next generation to come then they must be ready to open their wallets and the last time I checked, they have more than enough budgetary for it and I believe they will.

[Josefjix]

Cristiano Ronaldo has a good lifestyle as an athlete, even though he is 38 years old, he still performs quite consistently and is the top scorer this year with a collection of 54 goals. Its not problem for him when raising age 38 years old keep consistency performance regarding other players on his age have been retired or playing with lower level competition. Must be inspiring for other players how most important with good lifestyle as athlete and keep take care with their physical condition.

Bagging goals is the ultimate target of Ronaldo, his targets is getting a 1000 goals before he finally retired from football. Ronaldo made me believe age is just a number, he's 38 and still in good shape, more better than those players in the early 20s, there's no existence of impossibility when Ronaldo is on the pitch, he can single-handedly deliver his team and it would crucial moments when they need him the most, he's present. Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the top player in football history, he played for the SPL side, Al Nassr and he's doing exceptionally brilliant in matches. There's no single match the player have failed to deliver, he's good in whatever actions he triggered on the pitch. Ronaldo is the only player I've seen to lift the burden of the team on his shoulders, he's not holding back in getting the credits and accolades he deserves.

[FinePoine0]

Welcome to Saudi Professional League thread
I think we need to create a new discussion thread regarding the Saudi Professional League as we know one of the famous players in the world is now playing in this league
it's possible that other famous players could join in so it's worth discussing, please discuss anything related to the Saudi League latest Match, News or new Players.

I see football gradually leaving Europe and heading to the Arab world. The Saudi Arabians don't mind spending billions of dollars just to ensure that it goes their way. If they have to be known for football in the next generation to come then they must be ready to open their wallets and the last time I checked, they have more than enough budgetary for it and I believe they will.

Arab countries have introduced their clubs exclusively to European players. First of all, since the famous star Cristiano Ronaldo joined the Saudi club, other players have turned to the Saudi club. Because the Saudi clubs have made big offers which are three times bigger than the European clubs. Clubs in Arab countries have much bigger funds, which have attracted European players with bigger budgets. I see more dividends for the Saudi clubs in this as they add European players to each club to teach the players of these clubs a better system of play.

[kawetsriyanto]

I concur with Benzema's performance. Nine goals in 15 matches is good in a new environment. People often neglect the adaption phase while switching leagues and nations. It's culture, climate, and lifestyle, not simply football. What a lot to acclimate to! You make a good point about his impact on team performance. The Arsenal speculation is intriguing, but they must weigh the financial ramifications. Transfer costs, contract discussions, and more must be considered when matching his Al Ittihad pay

Since it is the first season for Benzema, I agree that 9 goals in 15 matches isn't bad. Moreover, Benzema often got injury when he joined Al Ittihad. He probably scored more than 9 goals if he didn't get injury problem. Unfortunately, people expect more for Benzema's performance. I'm sure people want to see Benzema is in the list of the top scorer. People won't try to understand how he adapts with SPL and Al Ittihad players.

I heard the rumor about Benzema may join Arsenal. But I don't think it will happen because Benzema is happy to play with Al Ittihad. Benzema also has a contract with Al Ittihad until June, 2026. As a professional player, I am sure Benzema will try to stay in Al Ittihad until his contract expires. Al Itihad surely won't let him to go to Arsenal, too. Al Ittihad gets a lot of advantage by having Benzema, they won't sell Benzema at any price.

[puloweh555]

I concur with Benzema's performance. Nine goals in 15 matches is good in a new environment. People often neglect the adaption phase while switching leagues and nations. It's culture, climate, and lifestyle, not simply football. What a lot to acclimate to! You make a good point about his impact on team performance. The Arsenal speculation is intriguing, but they must weigh the financial ramifications. Transfer costs, contract discussions, and more must be considered when matching his Al Ittihad pay

A Bollon do'or winner and a great striker, it is natural that Benzema can be said to have scored 9 goals in 15 bad games with Al Ittihad. Therefore, the risk of star players when their performance is declining must be prepared to face the storm of insults that come their way.
Apart from that, in my opinion, the environment at SPL is not very supportive. Al Ittihad supporters especially want an instant impact even though Benzema's support on the pitch is lacking. Benzema is not the typical target man striker who waits for the ball, he is active outside the penalty box, exploring and picking up the ball from the middle. Madrid's style of play is supported by fast wingers who can rotate with each other. This is not something Benzema can do at Al Ittihad. And maybe he should move to Arsenal to improve his performance again, especially since Arsenal needs an experienced striker to compete in the EPL league. I also heard news that Man United is also interested in the services of an attacker like Benzeman, but seeing that the Man United winger often plays selfishly, for me he is more suitable to move to Arsenal.

[tusandii]

Benzema situation seems very suspicious because not only he is old enought to go to arabia and stay there, but also because he is from the arab world in someterms, he is also muslim so he has to be very comfort in this country, i dont really know what is happening and why we have this rumours of him wanting to comeback to europe.

This situation is a bit complicated when players don't feel comfortable playing in the league so it is difficult for Benzema to contribute to the club, even though this is Benzema's wish who wants to continue his career like Ronaldo but unfortunately his potential in the SPL is not the potential he had when he was still at Los Blancos and I also heard rumors that PSG intends to bring Benzema from Saudi Arabia to return to the European league, whether true or not, I think this might happen because PSG has strong finances and this club is able to bring in players at very expensive prices, and if This really happened, this would be very big news because it is possible that Benzema will replace Mbappè if Mbappè ends up leaving PSG when his contract expires.

[QueenVera]

Since it is the first season for Benzema, I agree that 9 goals in 15 matches isn't bad. Moreover, Benzema often got injury when he joined Al Ittihad. He probably scored more than 9 goals if he didn't get injury problem. Unfortunately, people expect more for Benzema's performance. I'm sure people want to see Benzema is in the list of the top scorer. People won't try to understand how he adapts with SPL and Al Ittihad players.

I heard the rumor about Benzema may join Arsenal. But I don't think it will happen because Benzema is happy to play with Al Ittihad. Benzema also has a contract with Al Ittihad until June, 2026. As a professional player, I am sure Benzema will try to stay in Al Ittihad until his contract expires. Al Itihad surely won't let him to go to Arsenal, too. Al Ittihad gets a lot of advantage by having Benzema, they won't sell Benzema at any price.

New signings and putting the team in a dilemma of evicting and retaining one out of two options. When the situation happened with Ronaldo, it was said that it's cos of his influence, money and capacity. Now it's Benzema's turn, what will be said. For me I'd blame Saudi league because the teams are trying all their possible best to be recognized.Al Nassr before Ronaldo joined weren't heard about. All of a sudden, they're talked about occasionally.

 It's rumoured that the league wants to secure a spot in the UEFA champions league and they shouldn't be blamed for doing all it takes to make meaning.They'd rather do away with those that doesn't really matter and retain those that actually do matter. It's kind of life's lifestyle. No doubt every team there, if in that situation will do the same as Al Nassr had done or even worse. It's all for a purpose, I don't know but likely in the coming months, we should expect to see more of these occurrences.

[Leviathan.007]

In his first season, Ronaldo scored 14 goals and 2 assists in the Saudi Pro League, this season he has scored 20 goals and 9 assists from 18 matches played. That's a good improvement in his second season with Al Nassr. Although he is old and actually many players decide to retire at his age, but he can still provide an interesting spectacle, not just a spectacle, but he also provides evidence with the goals he can create.
Until now I haven't heard anything from him, at his age he wants to retire or anything else. It looks like he's still enjoying it so he's decided to stay longer as a player. That's a good thing, because he can still make a big contribution to the club he's currently playing for.

You may think Ronaldo scored more goals in this season because he is now more experienced in the Saudi league and he knows the league better than before but the fact about Ronaldo is he is also getting older and he shouldn't have better performance normally because of his age.
Ronaldo is a 38-year-old player and usually, a player gets retires before this age while he scored 20 goals and had 9 assists in 18 games so far.

[iBaba]

Benzema with his time in Lyon, played as a striker but when he moved to Real Madrid, he played more like a forward than a striker. The scoring task in Real Madrid many years was assigned to Cristiano Ronaldo and Benzema accepted his role to support Cristiano. He is not a bad striker as his last two seasons with Real Madrid proved how good he could do as a club main striker.

Karim Benzema is such a great guy to rely on especially when it comes to your forward and at a time when you are desperately looking for goals. The French striker has always guaranteed goals wherever he finds himself and has not ceased in doing that in the Saudi Pro Leagues. Although, I will prefer the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi than Benzema, However in an even those two goal manufacturers are not around, I will not hesitate to pick Benzema. He can make the goal and still create the opportunity for another to win more goals.

In Saudi Professional League, he is still professional as he has been always a professional player over many years but he is affected by his age. Benzema seems to not have a good given physical body like Cristiano and his performance is affected more seriously by ageing than Cristiano since 2022. He is younger than Cristiano and still has time to come back like how Cristiano did after some months of poor performances in Manchester United.

Ageing? I don't think he's so that old or weak to talk about or that he's losing his talents. Well personally I'm not of that perspective. I'm more strong of the opinion that it takes every player who's transfers to a new club, some time to understand the gameplay of the club before he can get use to them and he also needs a well solid group of young and highly talented players so he can work with them to score more goals and mentor them well to become stronger

[Oluwa-btc]

Since it is the first season for Benzema, I agree that 9 goals in 15 matches isn't bad. Moreover, Benzema often got injury when he joined Al Ittihad. He probably scored more than 9 goals if he didn't get injury problem. Unfortunately, people expect more for Benzema's performance. I'm sure people want to see Benzema is in the list of the top scorer. People won't try to understand how he adapts with SPL and Al Ittihad players.

I heard the rumor about Benzema may join Arsenal. But I don't think it will happen because Benzema is happy to play with Al Ittihad. Benzema also has a contract with Al Ittihad until June, 2026. As a professional player, I am sure Benzema will try to stay in Al Ittihad until his contract expires. Al Itihad surely won't let him to go to Arsenal, too. Al Ittihad gets a lot of advantage by having Benzema, they won't sell Benzema at any price.

New signings and putting the team in a dilemma of evicting and retaining one out of two options. When the situation happened with Ronaldo, it was said that it's cos of his influence, money and capacity. Now it's Benzema's turn, what will be said. For me I'd blame Saudi league because the teams are trying all their possible best to be recognized.Al Nassr before Ronaldo joined weren't heard about. All of a sudden, they're talked about occasionally.

 It's rumoured that the league wants to secure a spot in the UEFA champions league and they shouldn't be blamed for doing all it takes to make meaning.They'd rather do away with those that doesn't really matter and retain those that actually do matter. It's kind of life's lifestyle. No doubt every team there, if in that situation will do the same as Al Nassr had done or even worse. It's all for a purpose, I don't know but likely in the coming months, we should expect to see more of these occurrences.

Did you also notice the massive development of them fans since the movement of Cristiano Ronaldo?  They had a massive rise in the fans and the followers on Instagram and X!
They should put all.tue respect when they see a big name and player like Cristiano Ronaldo. Believe me he's still a better player than most overhyped English young players who lacks the zeal to play passionately.

Karim Benzema to Arsenal? Makes great sense, what's he waiting for, they could go ahead to win great things, maybe the Premier League Competition at the end of the season.

[Strongkored]

You may think Ronaldo scored more goals in this season because he is now more experienced in the Saudi league and he knows the league better than before but the fact about Ronaldo is he is also getting older and he shouldn't have better performance normally because of his age.
Ronaldo is a 38-year-old player and usually, a player gets retires before this age while he scored 20 goals and had 9 assists in 18 games so far.

At least that hasn't been seen with Ronaldo currently, maybe because he has very good support at Al Nassr so he can get good passes so it's quite easy for him to execute them into goals. But that won't last forever because one day he will retire, maybe at the age of 40 but when he retires it won't be because the quality of his game has decreased sharply but because it is time to retire because at the age of 40 it will be increasingly difficult for him to keep playing for 90 minutes, and retiring while still in a good position would be a better note for his career than retiring when there are many problems with his body.

[MusaMohamed]

You may think Ronaldo scored more goals in this season because he is now more experienced in the Saudi league and he knows the league better than before but the fact about Ronaldo is he is also getting older and he shouldn't have better performance normally because of his age.
Ronaldo is a 38-year-old player and usually, a player gets retires before this age while he scored 20 goals and had 9 assists in 18 games so far.

He has good experience through his career and his biggest problem is his age, not his time to adapt to Al Nassr and Saudi Professional League. He has played for many clubs, at many national leagues and tournaments and has good adaptive ability. He is showing it again with Al Nassr and Saudi Professional League. It's so impressive to see player at 38 years old can score more than 50 goals in a single year.

At least that hasn't been seen with Ronaldo currently, maybe because he has very good support at Al Nassr so he can get good passes so it's quite easy for him to execute them into goals. But that won't last forever because one day he will retire, maybe at the age of 40 but when he retires it won't be because the quality of his game has decreased sharply but because it is time to retire because at the age of 40 it will be increasingly difficult for him to keep playing for 90 minutes, and retiring while still in a good position would be a better note for his career than retiring when there are many problems with his body.

Ronaldo has good support from his team mates and he receives many key passes as well as chances to take penalty shots for Al Nassr. If he won't get injuries, he will be able to score more goals for Al Nassr and can aim at his 1000th goal.

That goal target is achievable if he won't get serious injuries in next few seasons. Because he does not show he wants to retire before his body no longer allows him to play. And we know, if he plays, he can score goals as he has shown through his long career.