Benzema backs Vinícius with “Always number 1” message
Karim Benzema backed his former Real Madrid teammate Vinícius Júnior, who is facing pressure and criticism amid a recent dip in form. Benzema shared an old photo of the pair with the caption “Always number 1.”
Karim Benzema backed his former Real Madrid teammate Vinícius Júnior, who is facing pressure and criticism amid a recent dip in form. Benzema shared an old photo of the pair with the caption “Always number 1.”
Their partnership dates back to a period when they formed a prominent part of Real Madrid’s attack. In the 2021-2022 season, the two players scored 60 of the team’s 73 goals between them, as the club won La Liga and the Champions League that season.
Vinícius has played 12 matches for Real Madrid in all competitions this season, scoring one goal and providing three assists. Benzema, 38, is now without a club after mutually agreeing to end his contract with Al Hilal last August.