Injury Update: Karim Benzema Injured for Al Nassr

Karim Benzema, the French forward who plays for Real Madrid and the France national team, has sustained an injury that will keep him out of action for several weeks.

The news was announced by the club on Tuesday, with Benzema suffering an ankle ligament injury during training. The extent of his injury is still unknown, but it is expected to sideline him for at least two months.

Benzema's absence from the squad could be a significant blow to Al-Nassr, as he is one of their key players. He has scored 14 goals in all competitions this season, including six in Saudi Professional League matches.

The striker's departure from the squad comes at a time when Al-Nassr are in the middle of a strong run of form, having won four of their last five matches. They currently sit second in the league table, just three points behind leaders Al-Hilal.

Despite the setback, coach Jamal Marzouki said that they will continue to work hard and try to win games without Benzema. "We have a good squad and we will do our best to compete," he told reporters.

Benzema's injury is likely to have a significant impact on the rest of the season, as the striker has been a vital player for both Real Madrid and Al-Nassr. His absence could also affect the team's chances of reaching the knockout stages of the AFC Champions League, where they are currently playing.

However, despite the setback, Al-Nassr remain optimistic about their prospects in the tournament. They have already qualified for the next round, and will hope to make the most of their opportunity to progress further.

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