Former French soccer superstar Binschmar, who resolutely bid farewell to the national team after last year's World Cup in Qatar, chose to leave Real Madrid for the green fields of Saudi Arabia this summer, opening up a whole new chapter in his life. Recently, at a forum in Riyadh, Binschmar revealed that Saudi Arabia has become his second home, and he promised to do his best to help the development of local soccer.
Binschmar, 35, joined Saudi Arabia's Ittihad this summer to take on Crowe on the Saudi pitch. So far, he has played 13 matches and contributed 9 goals and 4 assists. Unlike other stars who have their heart set on Europe, Binschmar is fully committed to the Saudi league and has shown his loyalty to Saudi Arabia, saying that it is his second home.
Speaking at the forum, Binschmar said, "I came to Saudi Arabia because there is a grand plan here. I want to be a role model for the local players and pass on my experience to them. I see Saudi Arabia as my second home, not only to play football, but also to give my all to help the development of Saudi soccer."
