Karim Benzema
Karim Benzema stands as a defining figure among French Athletes of the Millennial.
French footballer (born 1987)
"His 2021-2022 season stands out as his most defining." — About Karim Benzema
| Metric | Karim Benzema | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 38 | 48 | -10 yrs |
| Height | 185cm (6'1") | 175cm | +10cm |
| Career length | 20 yrs | ~35 yrs | -15 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Karim Benzema
Did you know that Karim Benzema went 5 years without representing the French national team due to a highly publicized legal controversy, only returning for Euro 2020?
- Karim Benzema is of Algerian descent, born to parents Hafid Benzema and Wahida Djebbara, and is one of nine siblings.
- He joined his first youth club, Bron Terraillon SC, at the age of eight, before being spotted by Olympique Lyonnais scouts.
- Benzema is the only player to score in 18 consecutive UEFA Champions League seasons, a record he shares with Lionel Messi.
- Despite being a prolific goalscorer, he also holds an impressive assist record, often praised for his link-up play.
- He was the oldest player to win the Ballon d'Or since Stanley Matthews in 1956, receiving the award at 34 years old.
His 2021-2022 season stands out as his most defining. Leading Real Madrid to a stunning La Liga and Champions League double, he scored an incredible 44 goals in 46 games, culminating in him winning the prestigious Ballon d'Or award. This season cemented his status as one of the game's all-time great strikers.
Benzema's legacy is defined by his incredible longevity, adaptability, and evolution from a pure striker to a complete forward. He is celebrated for breaking barriers for players of North African heritage in French football and for his quiet, consistent brilliance on the biggest stages.