That’ll drive CR7 mad! Benzema nets hat-trick on Al-Hilal debut, watch | OneFootball

Cristiano Ronaldo ended up not playing for Al-Nassr due to dissatisfaction with the lack of investments for the continuation of the season.

One of the points mentioned by the birthday celebrant was the alleged difference in treatment by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund (PIF), which manages the main clubs in the country, with Al-Hilal. 

The leader of the Sauditão had already secured the arrival of the 18-year-old striker Kader Meïté, who cost 30 million euros. 

And also signed Benzema, who clashed with Al-Ittihad.

Benzema made his debut for Simone Inzaghi's team this Wednesday (5). 

With a hat-trick and an assist in the 6-0 away win over Al Okhdood. 

The first was a backheel. 

The second was also with just one touch.

The same goes for his third and Al-Hilal's in the game. 

Malcom - assisted by Benzema - and Salem Al Dawsari (twice) completed the score.

Watch the highlights below: 

Al-Hilal reached 50 points. Al-Ahli also won this Wednesday and reached 47.

Meanwhile, Al-Nassr, Ronaldo's team, has 46 and will host Al-Ittihad, currently in sixth place, this Thursday (6). 

CR7 is seeking his first major achievement since arriving in the country.

He only celebrated the Arab Club Champions Cup in 2023. 

Al-Nassr hasn't won the league since 2018/2019. Al-Hilal has won four trophies and Al-Ittihad two since then. 

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