Benzema produces incredible assist for Casemiro during Espanyol vs Real Madrid game: Watch

Zinedine Zidane's Real Madrid got better of Espanyol at Cornell El-Prat, with a narrow win despite a slippy performance. Karim Benzema was again highlight of game, just as he has been since LaLiga restart mid-June. Although France international failed to make it to score sheet this time around, his impact could t be negated, having assisted only goal of match, in a sensational way. 

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Espanyol vs Real Madrid: Casemiro scores from a sensational Benzema assist

Real Madrid had a tough start away from home against a team that is placed last on LaLiga table. Zinedine Zidane's men were caught off mark on several occasions, with Espanyol forwards attempting counterattacks. However, Thibaut Courtois' splendid form came handy for Los Blancos during a match that could put Sergio Ramos-led Real Madrid on top of LaLiga standings. 

Besides, Espanyol goalkeeper Diego Lopez performed exceptionally well, denying Los Blancos on several occasions. However, Madrid outfit finally broke deadlock in injury time of first half when Casemiro scored only goal of match from a close-range finish. However, for a change, it was assist that got more attention than goal. Benzema was back in his groove, proving Zidane right for picking him ahead of likes of Luka Jovic and Maria, always. striker provided a sublime backheel pass to Casemiro, who was looming in Espanyol area.

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Espanyol vs Real Madrid: Karim Benzema stats

second half failed to produce any favourable results for Espanyol despite several attempts to equalise at home. Karim Benzema has w bagged 10 assists across all competitions this season, seven particularly in LaLiga. He has also scored 17 goals in LaLiga while netting 22 goals including Champions League and Copa del Rey. 

Espanyol vs Real Madrid: Real Madrid defence caught off guard

Despite Real Madrid's victory against Espanyol, ir opponents did t let Zinedine Zidane get away with three points easily. Stats suggest that Espanyol had five shots in game, with three on target. On  or hand, Real Madrid mand six shots throughout 90 minutes but could bag only two on target. defence was caught off guard on several occasions and it appears that a hectic schedule seems to have taken a toll on players' performance. 

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Espanyol vs Real Madrid: Los Blancos lead on LaLiga standings 

victory against Espanyol takes Real Madrid's tally to 71 points on LaLiga standings. Los Blancos w have a two-point lead over Barcelona after Catalan giants were forced to settle for a 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo. Real Madrid will next play Getafe on Thursday (Friday according to IST).  

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