French footballer Karim Benzema, who recently moved to Al-Ittihad after a long stint with Real Madrid, is facing criticism and accusations of ties to a terrorist group known as the Muslim Brotherhood. Interior Ministry head Gerald Darmanin is one of the accusers, stating on the CNews Network that Benzema has “notorious ties” to the Muslim Brotherhood.
The controversy arose when Benzema expressed his support for Palestine amid its conflict with Israel. In an Instagram post, he called for an end to bombings in the Gaza Strip, particularly to protect women and children from harm.
The Muslim Brotherhood was founded in 1928 in Ismalia, Egypt, by Sheik Hassan Al-Banna. Initially focused on freeing Egypt from British oppression and instilling Islamic values, the organization later expanded to organize charitable and social activities for the working and middle class. It sought to ensure the regeneration of Islam through education and popular movements.
These allegations have stirred a debate about freedom of expression and political affiliations in sports, particularly when it comes to contentious international issues.
Karim Benzema:
All our prayers for the inhabitants of Gaza who are once again victims of these unjust bombings which spare no women or children.#Gaza #Hamas #karim_benzema#Palestine#WarCrimes #HumanRight #Israel #IsraelTerrorism #War #Gaza_under_attack #FreePalestine pic.twitter.com/OdQl4CiAuT— درشکه چی (@mehdidarvish) October 15, 2023
Karim Benzema
Karim Benzema
FranceThis season he played in total 7 times for 582 minutes for Pro League.
Karim Benzema scored 3 goals for Al Ittihad. He procured one assist. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 4th in Pro League. In the last match Al Ittihad lost 1-0 against Al Ahli Jeddah. The next match in Pro League will be against Al Taawon.
Al Ittihad performance and stats
Al Ittihad is currently 4th in the Pro League with 19 points.
In the last 9 games, it has won 6 times, drawn once, and lost twice. In its last match, Al Ittihad lost 0-1 against Al Ahli Jeddah.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 18 goals and conceding 6.
Al Ittihad will play the next match in Pro League against Al Taawon on Friday 20th of October in Buraydah. The prediction is Al Ittihad winning the match.
