How Many Goals Does Karim Benzema Have? A Complete Count Up to June 2024
Karim Benzema is one of the most prolific French strikers of his generation. Fans and analysts often ask the simple question: how many goals does Karim Benzema have in his professional career? The answer depends on the competition—club, international, and even specific tournaments such as the UEFA Champions League. Below is a detailed, up‑to‑date breakdown of Benzema’s goal tally as of the end of the 2023‑24 season.
Club Goal Total
Karim Benzema began his senior career with Olympique Lyonnais before moving to Real Madrid, where he cemented his legacy. His club‑level goals can be divided into three main periods:
- Lyon (2004‑2009) – 66 goals in all competitions.
- Loan to Mallorca (2009‑2010) – 9 goals in La Liga.
- Real Madrid (2010‑2024) – 354 goals in official matches.
Adding those figures together, Benzema has scored 429 club goals in official senior football.
International Goal Total
On the international stage, Benzema represented France from 2007 until his retirement from the national team in 2023. He finished his France career with 44 goals in 81 appearances, making him one of the top French scorers of the modern era.
Overall Career Goals
When club and international tallies are combined, Karim Benzema’s total stands at:
- 429 club goals
- 44 international goals
This brings his overall career total to 473 goals across all official senior competitions as of June 2024.
Breakdown by Competition
La Liga
During his time at Real Madrid, Benzema netted 238 goals in Spain’s top flight, placing him among the club’s all‑time La Liga scorers.
