Head-to-Head Comparison

Robert Lewandowski and Karim Benzema face off in this head-to-head comparison. Both are Forwards — Robert Lewandowski plays for FC Barcelona in the La Liga and represents Poland, while Karim Benzema turns out for Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League for France. Karim Benzema is the elder of the two at 38, with Robert Lewandowski 1 year younger at 37.

In front of goal, Robert Lewandowski leads with 633 career goals to Karim Benzema's 415. For assists, Karim Benzema edges ahead with 310 versus 124 for Robert Lewandowski. Both players have lifted 26 career trophies. Karim Benzema has won the Ballon d'Or 1 time, an accolade Robert Lewandowski is yet to claim. Internationally, Robert Lewandowski has earned more caps (165) compared to Karim Benzema's 97.

Based on the 11 statistical categories above, Robert Lewandowski comes out on top — winning 6 of the 11 measurable stats compared to Karim Benzema's 5. Of course, statistics only tell part of the story, and football fans will always debate the intangibles.