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Real Madrid held by 10-man Levante; Atlético wins again

Real Madrid couldn’t manage more than a 3-3 draw at Levante in the Spanish league despite playing nearly 10 minutes when Levante was forced to have a defender as its goalkeeper

AUGUST 22, 2021 • Associated Press

Assists twice on Sunday Benzema had two assists from two chances created while taking an off target shot during Sunday's 3-3 draw with Levante.

Impact Benzema set up Gareth Bale in the 5th minute and Vinicius Junior in the 85th to assist Real's first and final goals of the match. The assists were the first of the season for the forward while his two chances created tied for the team-high in the draw.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Man U, Chelsea seek 2nd wins; Bayern chases 1st

Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham all play their first away games of the Premier League season as they seek second straight wins

AUGUST 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Benzema extends contract with Real Madrid through 2023 Karim Benzema has signed a contract extension with Real Madrid through 2023

AUGUST 20, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Benzema extends contract with Real Madrid through 2023

Karim Benzema has signed a contract extension with Real Madrid through 2023

AUGUST 20, 2021 • Associated Press

Benzema signs new two-year Real Madrid contract until 2023 ' Goal.com Karim Benzema has signed a new two-year deal at Real Madrid to continue leading the line as the club's No 9

AUGUST 20, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Extends contract through 2023 Benzema signed a one-year contract extension with Real Madrid on Friday.

Impact Benzema has been dragging Madrid on his own through the post-Cristiano Ronaldo era and has amassed an impressive 44 goals and 17 assists over the past two La Liga seasons. Should he ever get a healthy Eden Hazard to play with, Benzema's numbers could grow even more gaudy over the rest of his contract, now that he's provided assurances over his short-term playing future.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Without Messi, Griezmann gets chance to shine at Barcelona

Antoine Griezmann gets his best chance yet to take a leading role at Barcelona as the Catalan club continues adjusting to life without Lionel Messi

AUGUST 19, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores twice to open season Benzema scored two goals from six shots (three on goal) during Saturday's 4-1 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Benzema scored two goals in a game six different times in La Liga last season and is already off to an impressive start. With few serious challenges coming early in the schedule, keep an eye on how much better Benzema could do this season.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Benzema scores twice to lead Madrid to victory in opener Karim Benzema picked up from where he left off last season and scored twice to lead Real Madrid to a comfortable 3-1 win over AlavÃ©s in its...

AUGUST 14, 2021 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Karim Benzema's brace leads Real Madrid to an opening day win ' LaLiga Highlights ' ESPN FC

AUGUST 14, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Benzema stays hot, leads Real Madrid to victory in opener

Karim Benzema picked up from where he left off last season and scored twice to lead Real Madrid to a comfortable 4-1 win over Alavés in its Spanish league opener

AUGUST 14, 2021 • Associated Press

A look at the top contenders for the Spanish league title

Atlético Madrid defends the Spanish league title it won last season with the goals of Luis Suárez and the tireless preparation of coach Diego Simeone

AUGUST 10, 2021 • Associated Press

After 17 seasons, post-Messi era begins in Spanish league

The Spanish league season begins this weekend and it will be unlike any other in the last 17 years

AUGUST 10, 2021 • Associated Press

Joins first team training Benzema participated in Wednesday's training session with his teammates.

Impact Benzema took his time returning to Real Madrid after picking up an injury during his time at the Euros. With 10 days left until the La Liga season begins against Deportivo Alaves on Aug 14, it's not exactly clear if he'll take his time returning in an extended preseason or look to start from day one in 2021.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid defender Alaba tests positive for COVID-19

Real Madrid defender David Alaba has tested positive for the coronavirus

JULY 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Benzema tests positive for virus, delays start with Madrid

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has tested positive for the coronavirus

JULY 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores brace against Switzerland Benzema scored two goals and created a chance in Monday's 3-3 (5-4 after penalties) defeat against Switzerland. He was subbed out in the 94th minute after suffering an apparent inj...

Impact Benzema changed Monday's Round of 16 matchup with two quick goals that gave his side the lead after falling behind. Switzerland would eventually come back again and send it to overtime, where Benzema was forced off with a slight knock. Benzema finished his first tournament with the national team since 2014 with four goals in as many games, taking 11 shots (five on target) and creating three chances.

JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Euro 2020 moments: France crash out after losing penalty shootout vs. Switzerland

France fell to Switzerland in a match for the ages Monday at Euro 2020. Here's how the World Cup champions came up short.

JUNE 28, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Euro 2020 moments: France crash out after losing penalty shootout vs. Switzerland

France looks to forwards, Swiss aim to end knockout drought

Winning the toughest group at the European Championship wasn’t really a big surprise for the World Cup champions but winning only one match in that group was

JUNE 27, 2021 • Associated Press

Stars with brace for 2-2 draw Benzema scored two goals, one from penalty, on four shots (two on target) and added one chance created and one dribble in Wednesday's 2-2 draw to Portugal.

Impact Benzema finally is on the mark officially with his first scores since the return to the national team. He was, first, clinical from the spot and then found the back of the net with a fantastic finish after a great run behind the Portugal back line. The forward has been gradually improving mounting a total of seven shots from the three matches and could be in top form for the clash with Switzerland in the Round of 16.

JUNE 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

After long France wait, Benzema has another chance to score

Karim Benzema ended a nearly six-year wait for an international goal and could score again as soon as Monday

JUNE 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Strikers search for goals, wing backs shine at Euro 2020

The group stage of the European Championship is compete

JUNE 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Ronaldo scores 2 to take a step closer to scoring history

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two penalties to tie the overall men’s scoring record with 109 goals and Portugal advanced to the round of 16 at the European Championship after a 2-2 draw...

JUNE 23, 2021 • Associated Press

The Latest: Lineup set for round of 16 at Euro 2020

The lineup for the round of 16 at the European Championship has been completed with some standout matches