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Al-Ittihad striker Karim Benzema recently disclosed his Dream XI, a lineup that stirred controversy by excluding football icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Instead, Benzema included himself alongside esteemed players like Paul Pogba, Ronaldinho, and Sergio Ramos in his fantasy team.
Despite Ronaldo and Messi’s prolonged dominance in the football world, accumulating a staggering 13 Ballon d’Or titles between them, Benzema omitted both from his Dream XI.
In an interview with Al-Ittihad’s social media channels, Benzema revealed his Dream XI, a selection heavily featuring Real Madrid legends and French football icons.
Benzema’s Dream XI comprises Manuel Neuer guarding the goal, with Dani Alves, Pepe, Sergio Ramos, and Marcelo forming the defensive line. The midfield includes Claude Makelele, Zinedine Zidane, and Paul Pogba, while the forward lineup features Ronaldinho, Ronaldo Nazario, and Karim Benzema himself.
The striker’s exclusion of two of the most illustrious players in football history sparked debate and curiosity, presenting an intriguing alternative lineup appreciated by fans and pundits alike.
