EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chelsea defender, Kalidou Koulibaly praised Real Madrid striker, Karim Benzema going into their Champions League quarter-final first-leg tie on Wednesday night.
Koulibaly noted that Benzema is a good example for Muslim people during the Ramadan period, adding that he is happy for the Frenchman.
The Senegalese international, who has been instrumental in Chelsea’s success this season, also lauded Benzema as the best striker in the world. He stated that he made this declaration about two or three years ago.
Koulibaly told BBC Sport: “It’ll be a tough game [against Real Madrid on Wednesday night], but I hope Chelsea will win and pass this test. It’s our objective, but it’s going to be hard because they won the last Champions League. We believe in ourselves, in our teammates and manager.”
He further said, “I am happy for Benzema, he’s a good example for the Muslim people that we can do Ramadan, score goals and be productive. I hope he continues to score, but not on Wednesday!”
Benzema, who has been in scintillating form for Real Madrid this season, is also known for his leadership qualities and work ethics.
The 33-year-old striker has scored 25 goals and provided 6 assists in 37 appearances in all competitions this season.
The first leg of the Champions League quarter-final between Real Madrid and Chelsea took place at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium in Madrid on Wednesday night with Real Madrid stealing victory from Chelsea with Karim Benzema on target for Madrid.
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