Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has stated that the whole world wants Karim Benzema to win the 2022 Ballon d'Or.
The French international had a fantastic season for Los Blancos last time out, having scored a total of 44 goals in 46 games while also producing 15 assists.
Real Madrid won their 35th La Liga title last season while also clinching the Champions League for the 14th time in their history.
Benzema played a pivotal role behind the success of Carlo Ancelotti's side and is quite rightfully tipped as a favorite for the much coveted individual award in 2022.
Zinedine Zidane has backed his former striker to win the accolade this time out.
The former French midfielder turned manager has suggested that the whole world wants Benzema to win the Ballon d'Or as he deserves it. Zidane told French publication L'Equipe:
"I'm not the only one saying give Benzema the Ballon D'or, the whole world is. He more than deserves it."
Karim Benzema has established himself as a true legend at the Santiago Bernabeu over the years.
The French attacker joined the Spanish capital club back in 2009 from his boyhood club Olympique Lyonnais and has never looked back.
Benzema has not only been an elite striker for Los Blancos over the years but has also been a selfless team player.
He seemed seemingly happy to be overshadowed by Cristiano Ronaldo while the five-time Ballon d'Or winner was at the club.
Benzema has taken his game to a completely different level since Ronaldo left for Juventus in 2018.
The 34-year-old has more than thrived in terms of being the main goalscorer for Real Madrid in the absence of Ronaldo.
Benzema has scored a total of 323 goals and provided 159 assists in 605 games for the Spanish giants over the years.
The Real Madrid star will be the outright favorite for Ballon d'Or this time out
Benzema has not only enjoyed a phenomenal season in terms of his attacking output but also has the success to show for it.
The number of trophies won played a decisive role in the Ballon d'Or race, with Benzema winning both the La Liga and the Champions League last season.
Mohamed Salah and Robert Lewandowski are expected to be key challengers for the Frenchman for the prestigious individual accolade.
However, Benzema will have a big edge over the two thanks to the Champions League title.
Dumbeikmsz
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yes Zidane you are true
MessiIfolo
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And let wait and see if the world would not have to change their minds after WorldCup.
My bad! Thanks
dakabilnr
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If they gave it to Messi I won’t be surprised lol later on Messi will say benzema deserves it 😂
JoyNg
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But i won't be surprise if Estoniaman later won it👌😒
SAWID
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I swear on my soul if they give this year’s ballon d’or to Messi I will stop watching this football till last breath of mine
Sokcdpst
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when will Africans win the ballon d'or, give it to the Man with a gold heart mane .
Even Vin Jr was better than Mane last season
RäbbïHösënRömän
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I know this year's ballon d'Or is nothing to do with the world cup as it has changed its format to season to season instead of year to year. Even it was year to year and someone wins the world cup single handedly I would still choose Benzema over that Person.
Daybdekrz
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when will Africans win the ballon d'or, give it to the Man with a gold heart mane .
Thecloud
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there is No debate about that
PeunelMessi
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The ballon d'or is his this time
kehoyes
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I'm not a fan of real Madrid but the truth is Benzema should win the ballon dor.. Well deserved.. This time around .. He has proved it to the whole world..
Tebacdilo
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he's just like saying he robbed sallah and mapape i cNt wait to say that
Tebacdilo
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You know nothing about football.
you are mad na you no something when you hater say na lewa I'm waiting for tgem to give him to lemme say he robben sallah and mpape
MohammedYasar
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But Messi fans will say Messi will win it becoz of ligue1 and finallissima title and won finallisimma player of the tournament
standard123
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yh just like water is wet
numablpruz
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we don't want, he deserves it sir
zaccelnpr
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And let wait and see if the world would not have to change their minds after WorldCup.
the ceremony is schedule for October bro. is before the world cup not after the world cup. the ceremony that have been changed
KvngDonzy
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The award scheme will come on on the month of October, even before the world cup, so what are you talking about?
ObagoPieces
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Even Barca fans knows Big Benz deserve it but we would rather root for Maguire! After all he is Man United Captain! that's not a small fate 😂😂😂😂😂
Clintz
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He deserves it really
MessiIfolo
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And let wait and see if the world would not have to change their minds after WorldCup.
ekowcharles7
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He's the best💦
ekowcharles7
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but ballondor is for salah
You know nothing about football.
london0987dorovan
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but ballondor is for salah
Ozbert
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King Karim Benzema the rightful heir to the 2021/22 Balon D'or
AOM101
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even Messi's camp are saying same thing. this is sealed
Sivarockz
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Kareem has done very well with Madrid, what about Madrid keeper Couhtios? He was the reason madrid won laliga and ucl, I think he is Madrid best player right now. Look at Benzema performances at national team during international break he was not able to inspire France 🇫🇷. Anyways, Messi is winning it for the 8th times, based on individual performances , after all balloondor is not team trophies but an individual award.
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haha ,trolling messi with acting as messi fan ,messi itself said Benzema deserves the ballon d'or [Crylaugh]
Pasacmopsz
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but not African
Real_HEAVEN1
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yes of course be don't be surprised bad belle is allow
BwoyGeeStar
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Maguire 'What about me??
Etilomi0147
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Not that he deserves it but he owns it…..the ballon d’or belongs to Benzolene💯
DoItLikeAPro_Footbal
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Benzema for the win. He deserves it and also I don’t want to get head butted my Zidane 😂😂
DoItLikeAPro_Footbal
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Kareem has done very well with Madrid, what about Madrid keeper Couhtios? He was the reason madrid won laliga and ucl, I think he is Madrid best player right now. Look at Benzema performances at national team during international break he was not able to inspire France 🇫🇷. Anyways, Messi is winning it for the 8th times, based on individual performances , after all balloondor is not team trophies but an individual award.
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Just because Messi was once the best in the world (nearly he never was) dosent mean he is now 🤷🏼♂️
DoItLikeAPro_Footbal
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Even if allfootball rival fans didn't agree even the balon d'or wants benzema
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I like that man. I believe it too.
CollinsEfosaEhioro
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Kareem has done very well with Madrid, what about Madrid keeper Couhtios? He was the reason madrid won laliga and ucl, I think he is Madrid best player right now. Look at Benzema performances at national team during international break he was not able to inspire France 🇫🇷. Anyways, Messi is winning it for the 8th times, based on individual performances , after all balloondor is not team trophies but an individual award.
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u just want pple to reply u with abusing words..anyway u deserve the insult...wrong generation with internet
m4verickplays
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shhhhh! Zidane is talking! 👌
Dibacdlruz
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Kareem has done very well with Madrid, what about Madrid keeper Couhtios? He was the reason madrid won laliga and ucl, I think he is Madrid best player right now. Look at Benzema performances at national team during international break he was not able to inspire France 🇫🇷. Anyways, Messi is winning it for the 8th times, based on individual performances , after all balloondor is not team trophies but an individual award.
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even messi himself says Benzema deserves it ... and yu here saying individual wat wat ... messi did nothing this season
Benxe
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The First and Second
Dllsdlaa
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Benzema has done more than enough to win the Ballod D'or.
zico0304
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ZIDANE believes whole World[Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh]; in France Sir, but for us we know the truth, even on the Fainal of UCL no a single shot to Alison Baker; is good but is not the one even I go with Jr, Vic. was better in all the matches of Real Madrid.
U no dy think at all
Tobainpru
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100 percent, think about it
besacelmpy
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Kareem has done very well with Madrid, what about Madrid keeper Couhtios? He was the reason madrid won laliga and ucl, I think he is Madrid best player right now. Look at Benzema performances at national team during international break he was not able to inspire France 🇫🇷. Anyways, Messi is winning it for the 8th times, based on individual performances , after all balloondor is not team trophies but an individual award.
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Courtois much more important. Karen is a black mailer so shouldn't be considered.
cusdeimosz
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No give it Too Messi
AlexanderMadrid
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Even if allfootball rival fans didn't agree even the balon d'or wants benzema
limbdklruy
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ZIDANE believes whole World[Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh]; in France Sir, but for us we know the truth, even on the Fainal of UCL no a single shot to Alison Baker; is good but is not the one even I go with Jr, Vic. was better in all the matches of Real Madrid.
limbilmny
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Kareem has done very well with Madrid, what about Madrid keeper Couhtios? He was the reason madrid won laliga and ucl, I think he is Madrid best player right now. Look at Benzema performances at national team during international break he was not able to inspire France 🇫🇷. Anyways, Messi is winning it for the 8th times, based on individual performances , after all balloondor is not team trophies but an individual award.
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This must be barcelona cules who still enjoys messi...does you really watch full season...u r shame as a football fan...
magnify
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Yes o is for Benz I love the guy how I wish is in Barcelona team❤️❤️
Podabilry
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Kareem has done very well with Madrid, what about Madrid keeper Couhtios? He was the reason madrid won laliga and ucl, I think he is Madrid best player right now. Look at Benzema performances at national team during international break he was not able to inspire France 🇫🇷. Anyways, Messi is winning it for the 8th times, based on individual performances , after all balloondor is not team trophies but an individual award.
Bocbdoprtu
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100 percent
Dowcekptz
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Indeed,actually your speech is true zanidine zidene