Karim Benzema- Footballer (In a Nutshell)
- Karim Benzema was born in France on December 19th, 1987.
- He is a Striker.
- In his Senior career he has played for Lyon and Real Madrid, where he currently plays.
- Having represented France at five age levels is impressive.
- “I don’t need money and when I do a favor, I expect nothing back.”- Karim Benzema
Karim Benzema- Footballer (Nitty Gritty)
- “I started with Paul Le Guen. He told me to double up in positions if he was missing a left back or a midfielder. From that moment, it was clear in my mind that I would be a professional footballer, and I began working even faster to get there.”- Karim Benzema
- “What I would like is to at least have a discussion with the coach, that he tells me what he thinks. I have to know.”- Karim Benzema
Karim Benzema- Footballer (What sets him apart)
- “One must just keep having good seasons with many great matches, whether one is with the club or the French national side. For me, this must be a player’s goal in his head, even if it’s an individual trophy, and the first thought must be on the collective.”- Karim Benzema
- “I’m not going to give up. If people think I’m going to give up the French national team, they’re mistaken. I’m still here, and I’m still hungry for trophies.”- Karim Benzema
Karim Benzema- Footballer (Final Thoughts)
- “For me, I have always thought a squad comes before everything. I always make decisions for the good of the French national team.”- Karim Benzema
- “Gerard Houllier is a great coach. He made me grow. He gave me chances in big games, which raised my confidence. It opened my eyes to what I could do. It was through him that I managed to trust myself.”- Karim Benzema
- “For the moment, I haven’t ended my career. I’m young. There are still a lot of goals.”- Karim Benzema