It was a debut to remember for Karim Benzema, who left Al-Ittihad midway this season to join Al-Hilal in an unprecedented move. The former Real Madrid great and a Ballon d’Or winner had a great stint with Al-Ittihad, leading them to the Saudi Pro League title last season. Al-Hilal, unbeaten this season in the RSL,Continue reading “Benzema Debuts With A Hat trick As Al-Hilal Hit A Sixer”
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Karim Benzema Nets 3 as Al- Ittihad Start With A Flourish
The Defending Champions of the RSL ( Roshn Saudi League), commonly referred to as Saudi Pro League, Al-Ittihad, began the defense of their title with an away game to Najran against hosts Al-Akhdoud. The last season was all Al-Ittihad’s as they dominated proceedings and won the coveted crown. Brilliantly led by Karim Benzema, who himselfContinue reading “Karim Benzema Nets 3 as Al- Ittihad Start With A Flourish”
Al Nassr Demolish Al Akhdoud, Get Back To Winning Ways
Sulking Al Nassr Make A Strong Comeback The last couple of weeks have been tough for Al Nassr, the Cristiano Ronaldo-led club from Riyadh. Against expectations, Al Nassr lost to Kawasaki Frontale in the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League Elite, and then their loss to Al Ittihad, pushing them out of the title raceContinue reading “Al Nassr Demolish Al Akhdoud, Get Back To Winning Ways”