Karim Benzema declined to include Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in his ideal starting eleven, despite having played alongside Ronaldo for numerous years at Real Madrid.

Following his move to Al-Ittihad from the Spanish powerhouse, Benzema was requested to reveal his dream XI in a video for the social media team of the Saudi Pro League club. The French striker had the freedom to select any superstar players, not limited to those he has shared the pitch with.