Karim Benzema Takes Hilarious Tumble When Through on Goal in Saudi League Game: Video

• Karim Benzema made an out-of-character blunder in a Saudi Pro League game
• The 2022 Ballon d’Or winner missed a great chance to double Al-Ittihad’s lead
• The defending SPL champions still wound up 1-0 winners against Al-Akhdoud

Karim Benzema had a moment to forget during Al-Ittihad’s Saudi Pro League encounter against Al-Akhdoud, with the ex-Real Madrid star becoming a meme for the fans with an embarrassing fall.

After giving his team the lead, the 2022 Ballon d’Or award winner had an opportunity to net a brace and extend his team’s lead when he was played through on goal in the 83rd minute.

According to The Sun, Benzema's foot became entangled in the turf and he was unable to maintain his balance, causing him to tumble to the ground just outside the area when face-to-face with the Al-Akhdoud goalkeeper.

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The ex-Real Madrid forward would rest easy knowing his embarrassing gaffe did not cost the reigning SPL champions any points after the game ended 1-0 in favour of Al-Ittihad.

After overcoming his injury troubles, Benzema is enjoying a good start to life in Saudi Arabia after switching in a deal reportedly worth a staggering £342 million across two years.

Benzema scores a bizarre goal with knee

Meanwhile, Benzema scored an incredible goal with his knee to help Al-Ittihad reclaim first place in the Saudi Pro League after an impressive 1-0 victory against Al-Akhdoud, Fan Nation reports.

He hoisted the ball over the head of goalie, Paulo Vitor from inside the six-yard box after a sliding challenge by an Al-Akhdoud defender saw the ball bounce into the striker's path at shoulder height.

Since Benzema joined the Saudi Pro League champions from Spanish giants, Real Madrid this summer, the Frenchman has three goals and two assists in six outings.

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Karim Benzema scores audacious backheel

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Benzema showcasing his brilliance on goal with a stunning backheel while playing for Al-Ittihad against Al-Hilal.

However, it was Aleksandar Mitrovic's impressive hat-trick for the opposing team that ultimately decided the outcome of the SPL match.

In a video widely shared on social media afterwards, Benzema's goal was an absolute sensation, as he met a cross with a cheeky flick to score.