Real Madrid goalkeeper Courtois: Pleasure playing with true legend Benzema

Football
5 Jun 2023 • 4:11 PM MYT
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Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois says he is proud to have played with Karim Benzema.

Before Sunday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Bilbao it was announced Benzema was leaving. He marked his final game with Real by converting a penalty.

Courtois said: Today we lacked a bit of sharpness in attack to create chances, to score more goals and we conceded a goal. It was a shame we didn't keep a clean sheet. That's happened during the season, but it'll be better next season.

It's been a pleasure playing with Benzema. He's an excellent player and a true legend. It's a shame he's leaving, but we understand. He has the right to decide his future. I hope it goes well for him and his family.

Today and yesterday have been days of goodbyes and it's sad because important players are leaving. We have to thank them greatly, especially Karim, for his career and the trophies he has won with the club. One of the greatest players in Madrid's history leaves with the Ballon d'Or."

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