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Karim Benzema
28-Year-Old Forward Real Madrid La Liga
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Karim Benzema Contract Information:
Signed new five-year contract in August of 2014
September 24, 2016 Karim Benzema News
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema came on as a sub and scored his second goal of the season in a 2-2 draw against Las Palmas on Saturday.
He also attempted three shots in limited action. Benzema is a top fantasy option in La Liga and has favorable matchups upcoming with Eibar and Real Betis.
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| Season | League | Team | Mins | Goals | Assists | Shots | SOT | Pass Com. | Acc. Cross | Crosses | Tckls Won | Fouls Won | 2016 Proj. | La Liga | Real Madrid | 2102 | 23 | 8 | 123 | 60 | 915 | 4 | 32 | 16 | 33 |
| Season | League | Team | Appear. | Starts | Min | Goals | Assists | Shots | SOG | Cross | Fl Drn | Fl Com | Tackles | Int | Blocks | CS | YC | RC | 2015 | UCL | Real Madrid | 9 | 8 | 604 | 4 | 0 | 27 | 14 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2016 | UCL | Real Madrid | 2 | 2 | 155 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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| Date | League | OPP | ST | MIN | G | A | S | SOG | CRO | FS | FC | TKL | INT | BLK | CS | PKG | PKM | YC | RC |
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| 2016-9Sep 27 | UCL | @DOR | * | 87 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016-9Sep 14 | UCL | LIS | * | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Karim Benzema: Past News Updates ( ▲ View most recent update )
September 18, 2016
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema returned to the starting lineup Sunday and scored his first goal of the season in a 2-0 win against Espanyol. He finished with four shots in the match.
Now back in the lineup, Benzema is a top option leading the Real Madrid front line. He scored 24 goals in 26 starts last season.
September 10, 2016
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Osasuna.
Benzema's recovery allows him to make the bench, but Alvaro Morata will start up front with Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo.
September 9, 2016
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema (hip) will be available for selection Saturday versus Osasuna, according to Marca.
Benzema is ready to return from his ailment. However, coach Zinedine Zidane didn't confirm if he'll start upfront. With Alvaro Morata and Gareth Bale playing well upfront and Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of him in recovery, Benzema may be eased into action off the bench.
September 2, 2016
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema (hip) is progressing in his recovery and could be available for Saturday's La Liga fixture, according to Marca.
Benzema had his first ball training Friday and looks closer and closer to recovery. However, he's a little further behind than Cristiano Ronaldo and may not be at full match fitness. With Gareth Bale, Alvaro Morata and Ronaldo now ready to return the chances are that Benzema may start on the bench.
August 27, 2016
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema (hip) is not in the 18-man squad for Saturday's match with Celta Vigo.
Benzema continues to rehab a hip injury that has held him out the beginning of the season. Alvaro Morata, Gareth Bale, and Marco Asensio will start in attack for Madrid.
August 26, 2016
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema (hip) is a major doubt for Saturday's La Liga home debut against Celta, according to Marca.
Benzema didn't take part in Friday's training session still recovering from his hip issues and is on his way to miss another La Liga fixtures. He'll have a better chance to return after the international break with another fortnight of rest. Alvaro Morata will probably get another start upfront in his absence.
August 17, 2016
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Benzema (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's match against Real Sociedad, Marca reports.
Benzema was unable to play in the UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla due to the injury, and his absence could allow Alvaro Morata to get the start.
