Will Karim Benzema play tonight for Al-Ittihad vs Al-Taawoun in Saudi Pro League?

The Frenchman is the second-top scorer in the league.

Al Ittihad, who are locked in a fierce battle for the Saudi Pro League title, will play Al-Taawoun tonight in Matchday 19, hoping to win and take the top spot.

The People’s Club is in second place with 15 victories, 1 draw, and 2 losses, while the home team is in ninth place with 24 points out of a possible 54.

Al Ittihad, who are now tied with leaders Al Hilal on 46 points but behind on goal differential, might take the lead momentarily if they win tonight and hope for a favourable outcome in the Blue Waves’ match against Damac two days later.

The People’s Club enters this match fresh off the success after Laurent Blanc’s team overcame a two-goal deficit to win all three points in a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over Al Kholood at King Abdullah Sports City last weekend.

Ça va bien se passer inshallah 🤲🏼🤍 pic.twitter.com/2Qf4z0Nu5J

— Karim Benzema (@Benzema) January 30, 2025

Al Ittihad are the joint-fourth best-attacking team away from home with 13 goals scored on their away trips, while they also possess the joint-fewest goals given up.

The majority of the goals have been scored by Karim Benzema who is the top scorer of the club and second in the league top scorers behind his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo.

He has been in hot form this season and will be looking to add more to his tally when Al-Ittihad faces Al-Taawoun.

Will Karim Benzema play tonight?

Benzema is fit and was spotted in team training also and he looks set to feature tonight as he aims to help his side secure important three points in the game as it will continue the pressure on Al-Hilal who are top of the league. The 37-year-old did struggle for form in his first season but currently, he is enjoying the time of his life in Saudi.

📸| Set and ready for tomorrow’s game👏 pic.twitter.com/ZpFwb8PSqa

— Al-Ittihad Club (@ittihad_en) February 5, 2025

The former Real Madrid star’s form this season has also helped his side find the back of the net frequently. They are one of the top sides in attack, which has made them title contenders this season as they aim to win the championship this campaign.

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