Rihanna Shows Support for Karim Benzema Amidst France’s World Cup Struggles
Karim Benzema may have struggled during France’s recent World Cup match against Ecuador, but he had an unexpected cheerleader in the stands—international pop star Rihanna.
The French striker, who found it difficult to make an impact on the pitch at the Maracanã on Wednesday evening, received a supportive message from the American singer on Twitter. “@Benzema I feel your pain right now!” Rihanna wrote, offering a show of solidarity to the Real Madrid forward.
This public backing from Rihanna comes despite some backlash she faced earlier in the tournament. The singer had drawn criticism for congratulating her friend Cristiano Ronaldo after his crucial assist in Portugal’s 2-2 draw with the United States. Critics accused her of not supporting the nation where she currently resides.
Nonetheless, Rihanna continues to openly support the footballers she admires, highlighting the unusual crossover of pop culture and football fandom on the global stage.
