MADRID: Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema said farewell to Real Madrid in a small, private ceremony closed to fans and media on Tuesday (Jun 6) following a trophy-laden 14-year stay with the LaLiga club.
in a small, private ceremony closed to fans and media on Tuesday following a trophy-laden 14-year stay with the LaLiga club.set to move to Saudi Arabian side Al IttihadThere were no tears in a ceremony that lasted less than 20 minutes and in which only players, family and close friends were allowed to attend.
"It's difficult to talk with so many feelings, but I wanted to thank Real Madrid and my team mates. It was a good path in my life. I have been lucky enough to fulfil my childhood dream."
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