the striker Karim Benzema he talked to Icon magazine (El País) where he showed his most personal side. The Frenchman, leader of the Real Madrid since the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo, Has references and models to follow and ensures that he only has a true friend.
Benzema points out to the defender that it has complicated him the most
From less to more
” I come from a neighborhood where things were difficult. When I saw the older boys well dressed and with nice cars, what I wanted was to be like them ”.
Referents
” In football it’s Ronaldo, the Brazilian. I admire Tyson because we both came from below and we went up slowly. We never had it easy, nor were they given anything away ”.
The leader after the departure of CR7
” Cristiano’s departure allowed me to play a different role. He scored 50 goals each year and had to adapt to his game. He is one of the best in the world and I was happy to be with him. ”
Zidane
“He’s a big brother to me, he’s always there to advise me.”
He’s not a cold guy
” I have feelings, but I will never show my weaknesses even if I have them. When I’m bad, I keep it. ”
Unusual reason why Barcelona did not sign Benzema
their tastes
” High-end cars, who doesn’t like them? In music now I listen to Big Ben, a guy from my neighborhood and in fashion even a tracksuit can be beautiful, the most important thing is that you like yourself ”.
racism
” It’s disgusting, horrible and dirty. We are all equal ”.
Friendship and money
” I only have one friend, which shows that friendship is very important to me. Money makes things a lot easier, but you don’t need millions to be happy. ”