The strong statements made by Cristiano Ronaldo following Karim Benzema's arrival in Arabia

The signing of Karim Benzema by Al-Ittihad has generated excitement in Saudi Arabian football and has sparked interest among fans. The presence of two renowned players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema in the same league will undoubtedly increase the visibility and appeal of football in Saudi Arabia.

The growth of Saudi Arabian football is evident, and the arrival of high-profile players like Ronaldo and Benzema is a clear indication of that. Over time, it is expected that more renowned footballers will join the Saudi Arabian league, contributing to its development and consolidation as a high-level competition.

Although Ronaldo and Benzema will not be playing on the same team, their presence on the fields of Saudi Arabia promises exciting matchups and will be a delight for football fans to witness the encounter of two great figures of the sport in a setting so different from what they were accustomed to at Real Madrid.

During a promotional event in Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo was asked about his former teammate's arrival in Saudi Arabian football. The Portuguese expressed his confidence that the Saudi Arabian league will become one of the most important in the world in two or three years.

Cristiano's words

"I knew that coming here was going to open the box. I wasn't wrong. I'm sure that in two or three years, it will be one of the most important leagues in the world. Karim came, and many more will come," stated Ronaldo.