Karim Benzema in Champions Matchday

on Zinedine Zidane -

“We talk about everything. It’s like talking to an older brother. Before the games he gives me advice about football, about the club, and also about everyday life.”

“To walk in his footsteps is a lot to ask. Everyone has his own career, but Zizou is such a great example. He left a legacy for the whole world, not only in Madrid.”

on Ronaldo -

“I followed him as a kid. He is one of the greatest players of all time. When I first came here I got to meet him, it was a dream. I was so happy to have done that.”

when asked if other forwards influenced him -

“Honestly? Only Ronaldo. Yes, there are many very strong forwards but I only looked at Ronaldo as a striker. To me he was the best. He did what others couldn’t do. He had speed, technique… everything you can ask for in a striker.”