"More efficient than Messi or Cristiano Since Cristiano left in 2018, only three players in Europe have scored more than Benzema: Robert Lewandowski (63 goals), Lionel Messi (60) and Kylian Mbappe (47). Benzema's 41 is even more impressive given that it is from 97 shots, just 2.3 shots per goal, fewer than Messi (2.5), Luis Suarez (2.8) or Cristiano (3.2)."

"French Forward Karim Benzema became the highest assist provider in Los Blancos history last night. Karim Benzema surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo as Real Madrid’s all-time assist provider after his perfectly weighted pass was finished off by Lucas Vasquez. The striker has gone through all kinds of varied periods with Madrid fans, widely criticised by some and adored by others. However, all united in their praise for the forward as he sealed his place in the history books."