Winning return to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Benz pulled Real to the head of La Liga with a hat-trick – ŠPORT.sk

The Spanish vice-champion defeated Celta Vigo 5: 2 in the 4th round of the new year of La Liga, and the offered menu, in addition to the twenty thousand spectators in the stands, appealed to striker Karim Benzem the most. The almost 34-year-old French footballer introduced himself to the net of the visiting team and embellished his great performance with a goal pass.

“The first half was challenging and a bit strange, because we were just getting used to playing in front of the audience at home again. Only in the second half did we show what we wanted, and it led to victory. Overall, it was an exceptional evening with finally a football atmosphere again, “ said Benzema.

“In the second half, we showed a great offensive ride. There was individual quality and a collective spirit. Fans have a big part to play in that.” stressed Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti.

“Los Blancos” did not have a good start to the match. After four minutes, they lost 0: 1, after half an hour of play 1: 2, meanwhile Benzema scored for the first time. Immediately after the change of sides, he added a second goal with his head, which he equalized to 2: 2. Then Vinícius Júnior and the 18-year-old French debutant in the Real team, Eduardo Camavinga, were also successful in shooting.

Finally, in the 87th minute, Benzema sealed the penalty kick to 5: 2. With five goals from four matches, La Liga’s top scorer is the best after the fourth round. Real Madrid holds the lead with 10 points, but Valencia and defending champion Atlético Madrid have the same number of points.

“We still have large reserves on the defensive, but we are getting together and hard work will certainly lead to further improvement. However, we must work to ensure that we do not get so many goals.” Benzema continued. To cooperate in the attack with the ever-improving 21-year-old Brazilian Vinícius Júnior, he added: “I’m enjoying it with him on the field. He’s still young, but he shows he belongs in the lineup.”

Real Madrid – Celta Vigo was the first match at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium since March 1, 2020, when FC Barcelona defeated FC Barcelona 2-0 at the “old” stadium. Then, for a time, Spain’s top competition closed its doors in connection with the coronavirus pandemic, and a major renovation began at the home arena of the “white ballet”.

It still lasts and far from all seating is already available. “Football is returning to San Bernabéa and it’s very exciting to talk about it in these sad and strange times we’re all going through.” said Real Madrid President Florentino Pérez.