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Karim Benzema - French footballer (born 1987)

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Karim Mostafa Benzema is a French professional footballer who plays as a striker and captains Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad. Born on December 19, 1987, in Lyon, France, Benzema has had a remarkable career marked by numerous achievements and milestones. Here is a timeline of his life and career from birth to today.
Main Milestones
Birth
December 19, 1987
Karim Mostafa Benzema was born in Lyon, France, marking the beginning of a life that would be deeply intertwined with football.
Career Beginnings at Lyon
2005
Benzema began his professional career at Lyon, contributing to the club's three consecutive Ligue 1 titles and winning the Coupe de France and the Trophee des Champions twice.
Ligue 1 Player of the Year
2008
Benzema was named Ligue 1's Player of the Year, finishing as the league's top scorer and winning his fourth league title.
Transfer to Real Madrid
2009
Real Madrid signed Benzema for a fee of €35 million, marking a significant step in his career that would lead to numerous titles and accolades.
Champions League Semifinals and Legal Issues
2021
Benzema reached the semifinals of the Champions League with Real Madrid but lost to Chelsea. He also faced legal issues in the Mathieu Valbuena sextape case, with the Versailles prosecutor's office requesting a ten-month suspended prison sentence and a 75,000 euro fine.
Exceptional Season with Real Madrid
2021/22 Season
Benzema had a fantastic season, scoring 44 goals and becoming the top scorer in the Champions League and La Liga. This performance earned him the 2022 Ballon d'Or and the UEFA Player of the Year award.
Solidarity with Gaza and Controversy
2023
Benzema expressed solidarity with the victims of Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, leading to accusations from French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin of having relations with the Muslim Brotherhood and calls for him to be deprived of French citizenship and the Ballon d'Or if the charges were confirmed.
Captain of Al-Ittihad
Present Day
Benzema currently plays as a striker and captains Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad, continuing his illustrious career in a new chapter.

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