Madrid bets Benzema will stay in top form for another season
MADRID: When Karim Benzema went down in pain after getting hurt in a practice session during Real Madrid’s preseason tour in the United States, it was understandable why his teammates and the coaching staff appeared concerned. Madrid can’t afford to lose Benzema, who was the team’s best player last season and had a key role as the club won the Champions League and the Spanish league. To repeat their success, Madrid know they will need the 34-year-old France striker to perform at a high level for another season.