Struggling Benzema finally shines! At 35, he hasn't hit his limits yet!

Pundarik1313

"This year has been a challenging one for Benzema. His form has declined, and he suffered from recurring injuries, causing him to miss the World Cup and eventually leave the national team in an unpleasant atmosphere. For the Ballon d'Or winner from last year, it was essential to have a shining moment to overcome the earlier setbacks. And that moment finally arrived during the national derby against Barcelona! In this game, Benzema delivered a remarkable performance with 3 goals and 1 assist, a feat even Cristiano Ronaldo hadn't achieved!

Before this Copa del Rey match against Barcelona, Real Madrid had suffered three consecutive defeats against their rivals. This was unacceptable for the proud Madridistas. Benzema had either underperformed or been injured in these three games, leading to criticisms that he was coasting after winning the Ballon d'Or. Some media even started advocating for Real Madrid to sign a replacement for Benzema.

However, true superstars rise to the occasion when everyone doubts them. Benzema silenced his critics with a stunning performance in the away game against Barcelona, scoring a hat-trick and providing an assist as Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 4-0, leaving the Camp Nou in stunned silence. This hat-trick was Benzema's first in a national derby and a feat that even Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't achieve during his peak. Additionally, it was the first time since 1995, following Sámoreno's feat, that a Real Madrid player scored three goals in a national derby.

Benzema's performance not only lifted his spirits but also kept Real Madrid's hopes alive for winning the Copa del Rey this season, something they haven't done since 2014. Nevertheless, considering that Benzema is now 35 years old, it remains to be seen how long he can maintain this level of performance. To plan for the future, Real Madrid will likely need to sign a striker to share the burden with Benzema in the next transfer window.

Benzema's experiences this year have been quite unfortunate. Since the World Cup, his form has been inconsistent. Finally, he has a chance to make the rest of the season his own. Let's hope this game becomes the turning point for Benzema to shine brightly once again."

Shri333

Many things are truly unpredictable, and we often have to rely on results to provide a precise analysis in hindsight!

Sona59

Age is just a number at 35, as long as the mindset is right, there should be no issues at all.

Kabir903

It's true that age is no barrier to strength. A player's ability has nothing to do with age; as long as they want to play, they can certainly perform well.

Iti9

Absolutely, Benzema has been in fantastic form recently. It's worth mentioning that part of Benzema's performance depends on Modric. This just goes to show how crucial a strong midfield is for the forward line.

Janak9955

It's evident that with the advancement of technology and medicine, the careers of top athletes have been extending. This isn't limited to just football; it applies to sports like basketball, tennis, and more. We've witnessed numerous older athletes delivering top-notch performances, which is a source of great joy for sports enthusiasts.

Pooja193

As one gets older, it's natural for their performance to gradually decline. However, it ultimately depends on an individual's ability to maintain their condition and form.