Karim Benzema was once again in the spotlight for Al-Ittihad, this time scoring in a 3-2 win over Al-Ettifaq, a result that keeps his team as the main contender for the Saudi Pro League title. However, what drew the most attention wasn’t his performance on the pitch, but his blunt comment regarding the Golden Boot race, in which he finds himself competing with his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo.

Benzema dismisses Golden Boot talk: “I don’t care, man”

With 18 goals this season, Benzema remains in the race for the top scorer title, though still behind Cristiano Ronaldo, who leads with 23 goals for Al-Nassr. Despite the media buzz around who will come out on top, the French striker made it clear where his focus lies.

“I don’t care about that, man. What matters most is the trophy,” said Benzema bluntly in the mixed zone, making it clear that team achievements outweigh individual accolades in his view.

The title gets closer

With the recent win, Al-Ittihad sits at 68 points after 29 matchdays and remains at the top of the standings. Al-Hilal follows closely with 62 points, while Al-Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, is currently third with 58. In this scenario, every match becomes critical, and the margin for error is slim.

The Pro League calendar promises a thrilling clash in the coming weeks: the highly anticipated showdown between Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr, set for May 7. It’s expected to be a decisive match in both the title race and the personal rivalry between Benzema and Cristiano.

Before that domestic clash, Cristiano Ronaldo will return to international action with Al-Nassr, facing Yokohama F. Marinos in the AFC Champions League, while Benzema and his team focus on finishing the local season strongly.

Tension is rising in Saudi Arabia, and while the battle for goals generates headlines, Benzema has already made it clear that his sole objective is to lift the league trophy with Al-Ittihad.