Benzema returns to training to boost Al-Ittihad

Benzema returns to training to boost Al-Ittihad

JEDDAH: Karim Benzema returned to training with Al-Ittihad on Friday night after recovering from a lower-back injury, Arriyadiyah has reported.

Injuries have blighted a stop-start season for the Frenchman, but his return during the international break is timely for Marcelo Gallardo as the coach attempts to salvage what has been a disappointing season for the reigning Saudi Pro League champions. Benzema returns to training to boost Al-Ittihad